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How to compete with a small budget website
Recently a prominent Australian business has started to advertise low budget websites for a monthly fee around $30. There's a lock in contract of 6 months but even then we're talking about a 3 page website for less than $200. So what's the catch?
Is your business listed in Yelp?
Yelp is an online directory (much like the Yellow Pages) which lists local businesses by their location and service. There are hundreds of these sorts of websites across the Internet but Yelp is somewhat special because it is the service used by Apple's iPhone in "Siri". That means, if someone…
Thinking about starting a new business?
So you've got a business idea and a burning desire see it through to fruition. After a few cups of coffee inspiration strikes and you've even got a business name, hand sketches of your logo and a few ideas about how your new office will look. All you need now…
Want to start selling online?
E-Commerce isn't a new thing anymore; it's been around for years and has greatly matured since the early days. Despite this, many businesses are slow to introduce online sales to their business strategy and one of the reasons for this is a lack of understanding of what's involved. To help…
Do new laws in Europe mean you need to upgrade your website?
The EU Cookie Law is a new law in Europe are the first of their kind which require website owners to change the way they track their users. For Australian businesses, it's still unclear at what level this law will affect us but it is advisable that you implement the…
Tips on writing good content for your website
There are a couple of key things to know before you start writing the content for your website. Keeping these in mind will help ensure your visitors get more from your site and increase your search engine exposure.
How much should you be spending on Facebook?
There's no denying the impact of Facebook. It's got over 850 million active users the world over making it comfortably the worlds number 1 social media website. You now see the Facebook logo all through out today's print media, it's on our tv screens, plastered all over the web and…
Google and your History
Today marks the first day Google is changing the way it's using the data it collects about you. Google has been promoting these changes for a little while now and we'd thought we'd touch on what this all means.
Time for a website tune up?
Keeping your website up-to-date is critical to making sure your can convert all the traffic that visits your site into new leads. It's for this reason we suggest you think about scheduling a website tune up every few months to make sure you're site stays secure and keeps on working…
2011 Round Up
It's been a big year at Blis and we couldn't have done it without the support of our fantastic clients. We've outlined a full run down on everything that's happened for us this year...
How to choose a CMS for your business (part 1)
Starting an online business can be daunting; there are a lot of things to consider! If you've been thinking about a new website, selecting the right CMS (Content Management System) to drive your website is going to be one of the most important decisions you'll need to make. In this…
The Changing Social Scene
Google recently opened it's new Social Networking platform Google+ up to the world. The stats are now in and we can see that Google's latest experiment is working, but is it going to be enough to take out Facebook?
Setting Up an Email Account
For many people, when you setup a new website, it also means you get a shiny new email address. Something like you@your-website.com. Recently however we've found that people have been getting confused when setting up their smart phones, laptops, desktops and tablets with their new address. Given this, we're publish…
How to Cook Up a Website for a MasterChef Finalist
Exactly two weeks ago today, MasterChef finalist; Michael Weldon, was reported as being spotted at Argo Cafe in Norwood. What wasn't reported was that sitting with him was one of Blis Web Agency's web designers, as the two of them started to scratch out a brief for his new website.…
How to add a QR code to point to your website
Having your own QR code (or 2D bar code) seems like it's becoming the latest techno-fad for business owners. If you're keen to get your own QR code, we've outlined some easy steps to get you going.
Should you get a friend to help you build a website?
When planning a new website, almost everyone discovers a friend, family member or colleague who expresses an interest in doing it for you. Initially this sounds great but as time goes by you start to realise the old saying rings true; you get what you pay for. We thought we'd…
How to choose a payment gateway
Many of our new clients are hesitant when it comes to using payment gateways, especially Paypal. We're taking a look at a few of these and busting a few myths.
What is IPv6? How does it affect my website?
There's a bit of hype surrounding a new buzz word at the moment: "IPv6" (well, technically it's an acronym). If you've been wondering what it's all about and how it affects you, then we're here to help.
Website Hosting - What You Need To Know
To get a website online you need two things; a domain name and website hosting. Web hosting however can be a baffling thing for new website owners so we've stopped to have a look at some of the aspects you'll need to consider.
Things to Consider When Planning Your Website
Many new business owners quickly recognise they need a website but often don't know much about what is involved.
NineMSN is getting a new web design
Love it or hate it, NineMSN is one of Australia's highest traffic websites and it's getting a make over! The new web design is currently online for you to preview and we want to know what you think.
How Google Works
A very brief explanation of how Google decides what happens to your website in their search results.
Mobile Market Share: Is iPhone the Only Real Player?
Apple's constantly in the headlines with it's mobile innovations and as a result we hear a lot about i-devices and the Internet. If you're thinking about creating a mobile website however, should you be thinking beyond the iPhone?
Google Shopping in Australia is Here!
If you have an Australian e-commerce website then you should be seriously looking at Google Shopping. It's a search engine for finding products for sale online and has been known to make a BIG difference to the success of e-commerce websites.
Ford chooses ExpressionEngine for their Ford Fiesta website
Motor company Ford recently selected ExpressionEngine CMS to power their Ford Fiesta website.
Starting an online business with ideas of being an overnight success?
Internet based businesses like Amazon and Twitter make headlines as overnight success stories but this is far from the truth. There's a lot of blood sweat and tears that goes into starting a new business whether it's web based on not.
Should your business update it’s own site using Dreamweaver?
These days there is a lot of talk about which content management system (CMS) you need to update your businesses website however do you even need a CMS if you know how to use Adobe Dreamweaver?
Adding Video to your Website
An overview of the latest video addons for ExpressionEngine and what's involved with getting video on your website.
Stand out in Google Maps
Google's been changing the way it integrates it's maps within it's search results. We have a look at one of the new ways it's integrating advertisers on the maps and some advantages for your website.
Google increases the importance of Twitter
Google is "trialling" a new feature whereby they connect you with websites which relate to your search through Twitter. This feature appears on the bottom of the first page of your search results and is indicated by a link which say "Results from people in your social circle for ..."
Blis Website Re-Launched
For the past two and a half years Sam and I have been saying... "we really need to re-do our website"! Every time we thought we are going to be able to have some time to get stuck into it, another exciting project was started for a new client and…
New Australian government ecommerce website
The Australian government has unveiled a new website promoting ecommerce at www.digitalbusiness.gov.au.
Search Engine Optimisation
As web developers with an excellent Google Search Engine rank we often are asked how do we get onto the first page of Google. There are many ways of approaching this, but we always say to our clients as a starting point, content is your number one priority. Provide high-quality…
Expression Engine - Pro Network Member
Blis Web Agency are pleased to be part of the Expression Engine Pro Network. Active participants on the ExpressionEngine forums and developers of over 20 ExpessionEngine websites Blis is one of only seven Pro Network members in Australia and the only South Australian network member.
New MojoMotor Addons
Preview our up and coming MojoMotor addon(s)
