Internet Explorer 8

Tue, 15 Jul 2008 00:00:00 +0100

Internet Explorer 8 will be available later this year. But big changes mean that your website may not survive the experience. Fortunately, Pragmatic Design is here to help.

The problem stems from the way in which Internet Explorer, the world's most popular web browser, has historically handled web page code. In order to get a web page to display correctly, web site authors often had to "hack" the code- but with Internet Explorer 8, these "hacks" may cause unexpected results.

Nick MacKechnie, Microsoft's senior technical account manager states on his blog: "browsing [with IE8] may cause content written for previous versions of Internet Explorer to display differently than intended. This creates a call to action for site owners to ensure their content will continue to display seamlessly in Internet Explorer 8. "

Should you worry?

Websites written by Pragmatic Design have already been tested with a Beta (pre-release) version of Internet Explorer 8, and have nothing to worry about. We're also offering a "check and repair" service, so businesses can ensure that their website displays as intended, no matter what browser your customers are using.

For more information, contact Pragmatic Design on Wolverhampton 01902 58 10 12, email info@pragmaticdesign.co.uk or use our Contact Form.

Wolverhampton Business Network

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100

Wolverhampton's small business community will benefit from a new networking and resource website, designed and managed by Pragmatic Design.

Wolverhampton Business Network was founded to address a lack of networking opportunities within Wolverhampton, and is free for small businesses to join. They wanted a bright, vibrant online presence, which was simple and cost effective to update and add new features to.

Pragmatic Design delivered an eye catching design with a simple, yet versatile, content management system (CMS). As the site grows, a member directory, forum and news pages can be added with ease.

The website is already online at www.WolverhamptonBusinessNetwork.co.uk

Discover how Pragmatic Design can provide design, print and web solutions for your business. Contact us or call 01902 58 10 12.

Pragmatic Design joins Dudley and District Business Club

Fri, 06 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100

Pragmatic Design has joined Dudley and District Business Club, the business community organisation for the Black Country and surrounding West Midlands.

"We're delighted to join a such a long established community, and look forward to continuing to forge links with enterprises within the West Midlands area" a spokesman from Pragmatic Design explained.

For further information, please contact Pragmatic Design on Wolverhampton (01902) 58 10 12, email info@pragmaticdesign.co.uk, or use our Contact Us form.

Dudley & District Business Club's website: http://www.ddbc.co.uk/

Why DIY?

Sat, 07 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100

A do-it-yourself website may seem like a cost effective solution- but is it really cheaper than a professionally designed site from Pragmatic Design?

We've always believed that our 1-2-3-4 Starter Solutions Package is great value for money, but did you know just how much you could save compared to Yell.com's Site Builder package? It could be over £500 a year!

	Pragmatic Design 1-2-3-4 SSP	Yell.com Site Builder
Number of included pages?	3	3
Additional pages available?	(unlimited)	(maximum of 10)
Price of additional pages?	£75 each (typical price)	£100 each + VAT
Contact (email) form?
Number of templates to choose from?	(no need for templates - we design for you)	14
Personalised designs available?	(included)
Personalised .co.uk domain name?	(included for 2 years)	(an extra £45 +VAT for 2 years)
Included email addresses?	(20)
Full visitor statistics data included?
Provision for e-commerce facilities and scripting?
First year cost?	£400	£440 - £680 +VAT (price varies by click-through)
Second year cost?	£75	£280 - £440 +VAT (price varies by click-through)
Example price for a ten page website with a .co.uk domain name (first year)	£925	up to £1425 +VAT

* Prices correct - February 2008

Find out how we can benefit your business

Call Pragmatic Design on Wolverhampton 01902 58 10 12, use our Contact Us page, or email info@pragmaticdesign.co.uk.

Premium Domain Names for Sale

Tue, 20 May 2008 00:00:00 +0100

If you're in the CD / DVD / Blu-ray duplication or replication business, we have incredible news for you.

CopyDisc.co.uk and DiscCopy.co.uk, possibly the internet's best domain names for your industry, are currently for sale.

A domain name should be short, simple, and accurately reflect what your business is about. In other words, "exactly as it says on the tin". Both of these names do exactly that.

Sales are being handled by Sedo - the Internet's formost domain parking service. To register your interest, go to www.CopyDisc.co.uk or www.DiscCopy.co.uk.

Need web design?

Use our Contact form to get in touch with us, call 01902 58 10 12 / 0845 642 2008, or email info@pragmaticdesign.co.uk

Comedy Gets A New Website

Fri, 16 May 2008 12:36:49 +0100

The world of standup comedy gained a new website, thanks to up-and-coming comedian Tom Roche and Pragmatic Design.

ComedyTom.com features a full list of Tom's forthcoming events, blog and news and allows visitors to comment on articles- building up a real community website.

The easy to use Content Management System (CMS) is designed to allow photos, videos, YouTube video and audio clips to be quickly integrated. In fact, the system is so versatile that articles can even be added whilst Tom's out and about performing around the country.

Combining these features with a striking visual identity, the website is sure to be a hit with audiences everywhere.

Find out what we can do for you

For more information on ComedyTom.com, and to find out how Pragmatic Design Ltd can benefit your organisation, please call us on 01902 58 10 12 / 0845 642 2008, email info@pragmaticdesign.co.uk or use our contact page.

Pragmatic Design has a New 'Phone Number

Fri, 16 May 2008 12:40:34 +0100

Pragmatic Design Ltd has a new telephone number- 0845 642 2008.

We've also kept the old one too! That's because we recognise that some people prefer to call a geographic number than a non-geographic one.

So try why not try out either number by giving us a call, and finding out how our professional graphic design solutions can benefit your business!

Or why not email us?

Use our contact page, or email info@pragmaticdesign.co.uk to get in touch with us, and let us prove ourselves to you.

Green Wolverhampton Choose Pragmatic Design

Fri, 16 May 2008 12:42:25 +0100

Pragmatic Design Ltd has been chosen to provide the graphic design and content managment system (CMS) for "Green Wolverhampton".

The innovative ‘one stop’ online directory provides information on energy saving, recycling and renewable energy for people in Wolverhampton and the Black Country.

Formed by the All Saints Action Network (ASAN) and supported by Equal and The European Union Social Fund, Green Wolverhampton will be a fully sustainable resource for the community, boasting full Content Management System, multi-user contribution, RSS feeds and visitor commenting facilities.

A spokesman for Pragmatic Design Ltd said "This is an exciting project for us, and further reinforces our commitment to the community in and around Wolverhampton." Previous projects for the Black Country community have included design work for The Wolverhampton City Learning Centre and The Haven Wolverhampton (women's refuge).

Update: www.greenwolverhampton.org.uk is now "live".

For more information, please call Pragmatic Design on 01902 58 10 12 or email us at info@pragmaticdesign.co.uk.

And Did Those Feet - New Album Designed by Pragmatic Design

Fri, 16 May 2008 12:48:05 +0100

Welsh Celtic music's finest band, "And Did Those Feet", released their latest album, Raid After Dawn, with CD sleeve and onbody artwork designed by Pragmatic Design Ltd.

The album features the highly anticipated track "Requiem"

Pragmatic Design have worked on a number projects for And Did Those Feet, including their website. A spokesman for Pragmatic Design said "we are very pleased to continue to work with such highly acclaimed musicians on such an important project."

For further information, please contact Pragmatic Design Ltd on 01902 58 10 12 or email info@pragmaticdesign.co.uk. And Did Those Feet's website is at www.anddidthosefeet.co.uk.

Pragmatic Design Complete Asian Language Leaflets

Fri, 16 May 2008 12:49:20 +0100

Pragmatic Design are pleased to announce the completion of The Haven Wolverhampton's "Advice For Women" leaflets in four Asian languages: Punjabi, Hindi, Gujerati and Urdu.

Domestic Violence against women and their children is an ongoing problem, and transcends colour, creed and language. As part of The Haven Wolverhampton's ongoing effort to help all women affected by this serious issue, these four translations were commissioned to complement the existing English language version of the leaflet, also designed by Pragmatic Design.

"The relationship forged between The Haven Wolverhampton, the translators and ourselves paid dividends in enabling the smooth completion of this vitally important project. We are proud to have been part of it" explained a spokesman for Pragmatic Design. To date, Pragmatic Design have provided graphic design and artwork services for leaflets, banners and posters (in English and Russian), as well as Annual Reports and elements for their websites.

For further information, please contact Pragmatic Design Ltd on 01902 58 10 12 or email info@pragmaticdesign.co.uk. The Haven Wolverhampton's website is www.havenrefuge.org.uk

Pragmatic Design joins Creative Wolverhampton

Fri, 16 May 2008 12:59:31 +0100

Pragmatic Design Ltd has joined "Creative Wolverhampton", the community for Wolverhampton's thriving creative organisations.

A spokesman for Pragmatic Design Ltd said "We are delighted to play a part within Wolverhampton's rich creative industry, and look forward to working in close association with Creative Wolverhampton".

For more information, please call Pragmatic Design on 01902 58 10 12, email us at info@pragmaticdesign.co.uk, or visitwww.creativewolverhampton.co.uk