Has he missed any? Read Barrie’s top five tips for a successful web development project and let him know yours too!
Today we were treated by JB’s better half to a post lunchtime treat. And very nice it was too, Cas!
Simple and unfussy design combines with intricately clever behind-the-scenes functionality in the latest website launch from the Door4 studio.
We’re busy every day designing, building and sending email marketing campaigns for our clients… Some of these are regular ‘newsletter’ type messages, others are one-off …discuss…
Leon’s taken a break from writing his monthly magazine column, but James B has stepped in like Geoff Hurst for Jimmy Greaves.
On Tuesday 10 January, a planned all-day power outage at our Lancashire office will mean that Door4 will not be contactable by telephone, and our …discuss…
2011 – Do you remember these? And what’s your tip for this year? Have a read, let us know!
The festive season is upon us! This means holidays and cheer, and also alterered working times. Door4 will officially close on Friday 23 December at …discuss…
Tuesday 6 December – 10am: All power is now restored, all services should be operating as normal. We’re still looking for whoever stuck a spade …discuss…
Jamal logs on to YouTube, pulls a confused face, gets his head round the new layout, does some reading and research, then writes an article explaining the reasons behind the changes, so you don’t have to. All in a day’s work!
Jamal thinks you should look into getting a ‘Plus One’ and he’s talking Google, not wedding invites!
Latest from the Pen of Leon He’s at it again – penning away his ponderings on all things tech and web – Leon’s latest column …discuss…
Leon looks at how a trade publication’s assessment of a client’s site proves that the best websites aren’t always the biggest or most expensive.
Leon will be speaking at a Regenerate Pennine Lancashire breakfast event to help local businesses work better online – read more!
Phewf, we’re in! Following a lot of lifting by Door4′s finest (heavy stuff handled by ruddy cheeked farming types; paper and pens by pale and …discuss…
An iPod might have ten colours, a T-shirt might have five sizes – easy to search for, compare and purchase online. But what do you do if you want to create an e-commerce shop with several thousand versions of a product? You call Kash, that’s what!
Our lead creative hops off his Apple i-Tractor with a couple of hints that will have you licking your lips one way or another.
Today, the Government launched a new website to enable the general public to influence what’s discussed in Parliament. I would liken it to requesting Facebook …discuss…
At Door4, we’re not afraid of getting our shoes dirty! As a part of our ongoing website design and SEO relationship with Salford waste …discuss…
Leon’s latest LBV article – read it, then start making profits online. Dead easy!
Door4 – officially a RAR certified agency. A big thank you to our wonderful clients that rated us! Read what this means for us (and you) on the blog now.
Today has been a beautiful day at Door4 HQ, with some wonderful cloud formations, and a deep blue sky. So, as well as getting rather …discuss…
Money, time, tears – whatever you throw at SEO won’t guarantee a good Google position. But with Jamal on your side, you’re much better off than most!
A recently completed Door4 web design project for a construction company – ‘hot off the press’, or whatever the internet equivalent is…
The more mature element of Door4′s code-cracking coven explains how bespoke e-commerce sites are all in a day (or three)’s work. A rare blog boast from Rai.
A few months ago I was on holiday in Wales. As a child I used visit Wales each year but I hadn’t been back in …discuss…
Our clients liked us on RAR, so now we like everyone, so if you ‘Like’ Door4 on FB this month, you might win something you’ll really like, you see? Go on then, click the Thumbs Up!
The EU, the ICO and whoever else is responsible need to let UK web businesses and users know which way the cookies crumble, to avoid anyone accidentally finding themselves illegal.
Make social media work for your business and watch the world go by through spotless windows. Jamal’s dispensing wisdom on the Door4 blog now!
Why SEO is just like the Premier League!
Whilst we know that you like Door4, naturally – why not take a few moments to LIKE us on Facebook? We regularly post news, events …discuss…
Our client needed some copy re-jigging to improve their online performance – were we up to the job?
On a couple of occasions recently, it’s been suggested to me that the Door4 portfolio isn’t updated as frequently as one might expect, for a …discuss…
The gruff exterior is down to years of Man City failings and a missed shot at the PGA tour. Door4′s studio supremo is really a green tea drinking, devoted family man. Read more about Darren Taylor!
What you need to know if you’re considering making the change from personal profile to business page
The phones at Door4 Towers are experiencing a few problems. Apologies for any inconvenience – please bear with us!
The time has come to give you another sneak peak at what goes on behind the huge oak doors of the Door4 Campus.
A one-two punch of nous and knowhow from a Door4 resident academic, trawled from the twin spheres of knowledge shaped during their professional and personal lives.
Guest lecturer: Admin assistant Neil Aspden
Make the most of your social media use without spending a fortune!
Assistance funding towards e-commerce, website design and development projects is now available from our colleagues at Regenerate Pennine Lancashire. Companies throughout Lancashire (including administrative regions …discuss…
High Noon at Friday, everyone and their kinsfolk in the Door4 township will be reaching for their knives… Well, bread knives. For too long, Leon …discuss…
A one-two punch of nous and knowhow from a Door4 resident academic, trawled from the twin spheres of knowledge shaped during their professional and personal lives.
Guest lecturer: SEO Manager Stephen Davies
MONDAY 14 / TUESDAY 15 MARCH 2011 On the above 2 dates, Door4 will be replacing our aged (but functional) telephone system with a new (and …discuss…
We’re developing our SEO division, and we’re looking for a skilled SEO Consultant to join us. We’re looking for a certain somebody that lives and …discuss…
New slicks… new blisters Things I’ve learned since last posting. New trainers need more than 3 weeks break in time Always look out for speeding …discuss…
Every now and again, we produce some new work. Well – joking aside, much of our output is actually ‘behind the scenes’ – improving sales …discuss…
40 days and counting… I’ve again committed myself (or is that I should be committed) to partake in this years Wilmslow Half Marathon. In the …discuss…
Look out Matt Cardle. Door4′s very own Jimmy Berzino has taken up the Guitar.
Stephen and Neil at Door4 towers today. Remember to always ring each other first lads…
It’s been reported over the last few days that Microsoft have discovered a major bug with their Internet Explorer browser. The security loophole affects all …discuss…
In case you were ever interested in how a web design & marketing agencies website performed, you can see some of our analytics below. All …discuss…
A logo for a new hypertext markup language? We can (and do) get excited about less.
Door4 Ad Design almost bags top spot in countdown of the top ten regional press ads.
THIS POSITION IS NOW FILLED We’re hiring… Door4 are looking for a Business Development Manager, with experience in digital media sales, marketing and account management. …discuss…
Door4 Staff ‘Mug Shot’ (As much as we can find out about you in the time it takes to drink a brew) Name: Rai Berzins …discuss…
James G joins ‘Shameless’ and manages not to lower the tone… In the latest in what is likely to be an extremely brief series, our …discuss…
Short domains being released by Nominet… In recent months, the UK’s domain name regulatory authority, Nominet, has commenced the release of a large number of …discuss…
We’re pleased to announce a new page on our website… The Scrapbook. It briefly showcases some of the work in progress, some of our ideas, …discuss…
Build your Brand like the Best Since 1997, Apple head honcho Steve Jobs has earned $14 in salary. That’s one dollar per year. That’s all …discuss…
This is a phrase that we’ve become familiar with, through a combination of blogs, techno-journalism, and other commentary.. But as clichéd (and technically true) as …discuss…
Especially at this time of year, we get plenty of requests from clients wanting to send a seasonal message to their customers. From Christmas promotional …discuss…
The season of goodwill is upon us! Door4 will be officially closed from 5pm on Thursday 23 December 2010, and will re-open at 9am on …discuss…
Those of you that know Door4 well will know that Web Designer Dan is famous for his outrageous hats! His latest bonnet (with attached mittens) …discuss…
Door4 Staff ‘Mug Shot’ (As much as we can find out about you in the time it takes to drink a brew) Name: Dan Beckett …discuss…
We caught up with James B today, claiming to be working hard from home. Dan’s not so sure…
The UK leads the way in innovation and early adoption of new technology. Read about the growing e-commerce sector and learn about how increasingly more shopping is done on mobile devices.
The weather has closed in on us here in Pennine Lancashire, which affects us, as it does most other businesses in the UK. With team-members …discuss…
As Door4’s clients (and staff) have heard Leon say several times: ‘There’s no such thing as a finished website.’ Like so many things in the …discuss…
THIS POSITION IS NOW FILLED. We’re popular at the moment – which makes us very busy. We have an opening for a web developer, to …discuss…
Website design is about to change, find out how soon our designers will have 30% more space to work with as a result of the latest trends in screen resolutions.
We are delighted to welcome our latest recruit, Elaine Astley, onboard here at Door4 Towers. Elaine joins us in the role of Financial Administrator, and …discuss…
Following the success of our earlier “fly-on-the-wall” piece, we are pleased to provide a few more shots of the Door4 studio, at work…
Door4 Staff ‘Mug Shot’ (As much as we can find out about you in the time it takes to drink a brew) Name: James Berzins …discuss…
Empower your brand by telling your story I think I need start by explaining my inspiration for this article. A while ago I attended a …discuss…
What is it about? On 4 January 2011, the UK VAT rate will increase to 20%, from its current level of 17.5%. This has implications …discuss…
At the risk of preaching to the converted, the words on your website/brochure/mailshot/business card/delivery van – are extremely important. Not just how they read, but …discuss…
According to Google, the UK’s internet industry now forms over seven percent of our GDP – or more than double the hotel and restaurant sectors …discuss…
This post is to explain an important stage of the website production process – the website wireframe. You may have arrived at this page via …discuss…
Your New Bird – Twitter Gets a Tune-up As the boffins in the social marketing wing of Door4 Towers will tell you, social networking sites …discuss…
Domain name ownership For many businesses, their domain name is one of their key business assets. Take us (Door4), “door4.co.uk” and “door4.com” are critical to …discuss…
Fun and games in the studio armed only with a Mac and a Snow Leopard (we were looking for a font!)…
Door4 Staff ‘Mug Shot’ (As much as we can find out about you in the time it takes to drink a brew) Name: Neil Aspden …discuss…
THIS POSITION IS NOW FILLED. THANKS FOR LOOKING We are looking for a skilled Administrator and Credit controller to join our busy team. Who are …discuss…
Below are some examples of where Pay Per Click advertising has gone badly wrong. These are ads that have NOT been managed by a professional …discuss…
What’s it About? Door4 supports ‘Jeans for Genes’ on national ‘Wear Jeans to Work’ day. Jeans for Genes provides funding for the care and support …discuss…
We’re a busy lot, here at Door4. As if we had to somehow justify this, here are a few photos of us, hard at work …discuss…
Door4 Staff ‘Mug Shot’ (As much as we can find out about you in the time it takes to drink a brew) Name: Steve Dixon …discuss…
If you get suppliers, customers or colleagues telling you they’re getting their mails to you bouncing back, with a message saying “mailbox full”, it could …discuss…
We’re pleased to announce the re-launch of the Door4 Facebook page. We welcome you to “Like” us… it only takes a moment and it costs …discuss…
Finally. We are pleased to roll out the new Door4 website. As you may have noticed before arriving here, it contains a lot more content …discuss…
Leon Calverley’s most recent article – “Why do you have a website” is now online at Lancashire Business View. This month, Leon examines the rationale …discuss…
OK – let’s give you a clue where we are! It’s a good excuse for us to use a nice shiny Google map, also! This …discuss…
Google has sped up its internet search engine by launching a feature called Google Instant that displays results as soon as users type in queries. …discuss…
Four of our merry band enjoyed a brisk walk, last night, to the summit of our local mountain, Pendle Hill. (Well, there is disagreement about …discuss…
It’s a pretty important day in the online calendar for geeks like us, as Microsoft are bowing to EU pressure to offer their customers a …discuss…
