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Setting up a business is often complicated and costly, and it can be difficult to know where to spend your marketing dollars, especially when you’re just getting started. A strong online presence is crucial for just about any modern business. It’s no wonder, then, that the majority of business owners reach a point where they ask an important question: should I design my website myself, or should I hire a professional? If you have to DIY, do it right DIY website builders are a great option if you’re a startup on a very tight budget and need to set up a basic, quick online presence. If you choose to go the DIY route, make sure to keep things as simple as possible. We recommend building a basic website that clearly explains who you are and what you do. Of course, that’s not to say you shouldn’t spend any money at...

There are few things more frustrating than when technology you depend upon fails. Hassle aside, for businesses, it can also be a major issue because so much of what we do today is done via technology. Protect your business' operations and important data with dependable technology solutions designed and implemented by a team of experts. Saltmedia's Tech Savvy Brother As a full-service Grande Prairie web design company, we provide a wide range of web solutions that are expertly tailored to suit our clients' needs. The icing on an already stellar cake is that, in addition to our web development company providing you with the super slick site your company needs to stand out online, our brother company, IT Horizons, can satisfy all of your business technology needs. Located in the same office as Saltmedia, IT Horizons can help keep catastrophes to a minimum, preventing downtime and streamlining your business systems....

In business, there's no time for computers crashing or the disappearance of important email messages. If you're a business owner, you probably know how incredibly frustrating it can be when the technology your company depends upon lets you down. You need a website that not only looks great but is robust enough to facilitate your workflow in a way that's dependable and efficient. The solution? An attractive website built by our web design company, paired with business technology solutions that are expertly designed and implemented by our brother company, IT Horizons. All Your Business' Technology Needs, One Office When you choose Saltmedia as your web design company, you will have the opportunity to take your online presence to the next level, working with IT Horizons to prevent technological catastrophes and ensuring your operations are as efficient and effective as possible. Keeping businesses' computers and networks safe, secure and backed up,...

Humans have always tended to gravitate toward things that provide instant gratification. The fact that mobile usage has now surpassed desktop traffic is further proof that we know what we want, and we want it now. The number of people searching from mobile devices for the goods and services they wish to buy continues to increase every year. Consumers can access the Internet virtually everywhere across Alberta, which means there are no limits to when and where people can shop online from their mobile devices. For business owners of any shape and size, this is a huge opportunity - don't miss out! Responsive Websites are Key to Attracting New Business In the not-so-distant past, mobile web development was a lot less common or, at least, very different from what it is today. Whereas, before, mobile website design typically involved a separate, mobile version of the website or mobile apps, today's...

The world of technology is incredibly fast paced and constantly changing. Believe it or not, what mattered for your website five years ago has probably changed. Failing to keep up with what Google and your customers want and need now will only encourage more and more of your customers to head to your competitors. For website designs to be effective, meaning appealing and informative for your customers and in line with how Google wants your site to be built and maintained, they need to be updated on a regular basis. There's no set-it-and-forget-it solution in the world of websites, but our web design company can make it as hassle-free as possible to get your site back up to where it needs to be to perform well. Updating Your Business Information As your business grows and your focus shifts, you need to update your site to better reflect your offering. Saying...