http://www.devto.co.uk The latest news and updates from Devto en-us http://www.devto.co.uk/rss.xml Thu, 28 Mar 2013 07:47:43 +0000 Devto have recently completed a mobile friendly website for long-standing client Harbour Guides. Providing visitors with the ability to access information whilst on the move is crucial for Harbour Guides - many of their loyal followers are often on-board or exploring a harbour and restricted to accessing the internet on their mobile over slow connections.We implemented a mobile friendly version of the website, optimised for smart-phone touch-based navigation, to help visitors access harbour and local business data as easily as possible. So if visitors need the local weather forecast or the telephone number and map for a local restaurant at the marina, they can pop onto Harbour Guides Mobile! Visit m.harbourguides.com from your mobile to see it in action. http://www.devto.co.uk/news/harbour-guides-goes-mobile http://www.devto.co.uk/news/harbour-guides-goes-mobile Fri, 08 Feb 2013 14:54:50 +0000 Devto have recently completed an extensive new website for iLiv, suppliers of stunning fabric and home-wear pieces. The website was delivered in a short time-frame to allow iLiv to promote it alongside their brand launch at one of Europe's leading home and gift trade fairs.Featuring extensive custom functionality, the website makes use of cutting-edge Javascript to allow visitors to discover iLiv's large product catalogue, combining stunning imagery with strong interactivity.Visitors have the ability to store, share and export their favourite products, as well as the opportunity to order fabric samples and filter through the product catalogue using a variety of methods. Backed by an easy to use content management system, the iLiv team are able to control products, orders and updates with ease.Head over to www.i-liv.co.uk to discover more today. http://www.devto.co.uk/news/iliv-website-launches http://www.devto.co.uk/news/iliv-website-launches Thu, 31 Jan 2013 11:10:30 +0000 In just a few months' time, there's every chance that you'll sit down in front of the TV, switch over to a new drama, and get a sudden sense of dej vu. At least that's what we predict will happen if you navigate to one of our latest developments, Film Locations.Film Locations has been set up with the intention of showcasing the wide variety of venues in this country that can assist in the production of film or TV recordings, as well as putting you into contact with the right people to get the job done as part of a handy directory of industry professionals - have a play with the search tool to see what you can find.We've put together a site that has given the client heavy scope to control images, downloads and lots of handy little extras through the CRM system, allowing them to provide a service that is as striking and up-to-date as you'd expect from an organisation helping to create the very latest entertainment. Visit www.filmlocations.co.uk to learn more. http://www.devto.co.uk/news/new-website-for-film-locations http://www.devto.co.uk/news/new-website-for-film-locations Mon, 10 Dec 2012 11:19:30 +0000 Devto will be closed over the Christmas and New Year period from the 24th of December until Wednesday 2nd January.Technical support and urgent enquiries will be handled as usual in this period.We would like to wish all our clients and visitors a relaxing and enjoyable festive season. http://www.devto.co.uk/news/holiday-closing-dates http://www.devto.co.uk/news/holiday-closing-dates Mon, 26 Nov 2012 09:46:17 +0000 Devto have recently completed a website revamp for Blackpool based Mastercraft Upholstery, who have being providing upholstery services to domestic and commercial markets for a number of decades.The revamped website helps better explain Mastercraft's various service lines, whilst improving usability in order to help make generating enquiries as easy as possible. Visitors have the option to request callbacks, quotes or to interact via a number of social media channels.Visit www.mastercraftupholstery.com to learn more. http://www.devto.co.uk/news/new-site-for-mastercraft-upholstery http://www.devto.co.uk/news/new-site-for-mastercraft-upholstery Wed, 12 Sep 2012 15:06:06 +0000 Devto have recently completed a revamp of the Wabreck Garden Centre website, adding a number of new features and an e-commerce facility that allows customers to order a variety of goods all from the comfort of their own home.The new features give visitors the ability to search, filter and locate products quickly and easily, as well as make secure online payments. Staff have access to a robust administration system through which they can manage products, orders and more. Head on over to www.warbreck.co.uk to see more. http://www.devto.co.uk/news/warbreck-website-expanded http://www.devto.co.uk/news/warbreck-website-expanded Thu, 02 Aug 2012 11:16:34 +0000 Devto were delighted to be asked to help revitalise the hub website for SMD Group, a textiles and fabrics firm consisting of a number of well established brands including Swatch Box and SMD Contract.The new website is backed by a content management system that allows staff to upload new photos for use in the homepage slideshow and throughout the rest of the website; they are also able to update content and news easily. Visit www.smd-holdings.co.uk to take a peek. http://www.devto.co.uk/news/smd-group-website-revamp http://www.devto.co.uk/news/smd-group-website-revamp Tue, 10 Jul 2012 19:05:33 +0000 Devto have recently launched a brand new website for Suffolk based Glazing Refurbishment Ltd, who maintain and repair the glazing on many high profile buildings including The Victoria & Albert Museum, Alexandra Palace, Gatwick Airport and The Tate Modern. We also provided a new logo to help modernise and freshen up their brand.The website is backed by a robust content management system and features numerous contact points to help encourage as many enquiries as possible, with lots of emphasis on the use of photography to help display the company's many service lines. Visit www.glazingrefurbishments.co.uk to discover more. http://www.devto.co.uk/news/glazing-refurbishment-refurbished http://www.devto.co.uk/news/glazing-refurbishment-refurbished Fri, 01 Jun 2012 15:09:25 +0000 Devto were delighted to be asked to implement an ecommerce website for an innovative new product. If you've ever had the misfortune to drop a mobile phone in water then Rescuetec now has the answer - it uses an advanced formula to help remove liquid from devices and save owners expensive repair or replacement bills!The website includes a comprehensive administration system, giving the Rescuetec team the ability to manage orders, setup voucher codes, adjust pricing and more. Visit www.rescuetec.com to learn more! http://www.devto.co.uk/news/rescuetec-ecommerce-website http://www.devto.co.uk/news/rescuetec-ecommerce-website Mon, 30 Apr 2012 13:05:03 +0000 We were recently asked to provide a pair of beauty salons an online 'makeover'... and now the transformation is complete! Two Saks Hair and Beauty salons, based at prime retail sites at Cheshire Oaks and the David Lloyd Health Centre in Speke, are now the proud owners of a beautiful Devto-designed site, which gives them the cutting edge they need to stand out in a marketplace where image is everything.With an integrated content management system, twitter feed and some slick imagery, Saks' new site at www.saksnorthwest.co.uk will be turning heads across the north west this season and beyond. http://www.devto.co.uk/news/new-site-for-saks-speke-and-cheshire-oaks http://www.devto.co.uk/news/new-site-for-saks-speke-and-cheshire-oaks Wed, 29 Feb 2012 16:41:12 +0000 One of our first projects for 2012 has been taking place in conjunction with SMD Contract, specialists in textiles that are as safe and flame-resistant as they are comfortable and striking.Focusing their attentions on supplying their products to the industry via care homes, hospitals, educational facilities and much more, we've provided them with a site that offers an anyone can use content management system, top spec search optimisation, an image-led but swift-loading interface and a rapid-fire search tool that allows visitors to locate the perfect fabric for their needs.Pull back the curtains and take a peek at www.smdcontract.co.uk http://www.devto.co.uk/news/new-smd-contract-website-launches http://www.devto.co.uk/news/new-smd-contract-website-launches Thu, 22 Dec 2011 12:16:16 +0000 It doesn't seem five minutes since we were telling you about our opening hours for last Christmas, but its upon us again! Whatever youre doing during the holidays, we would like to wish all Devto customers the very best for the holiday season and we hope that 2012 brings you new opportunities and prosperity.Weve completed lots of innovative new websites in 2011, redeveloped some existing presences, and shown lots of our customers the benefits of regular search engine optimisation. As we head into the New Year, look out for lots of exciting new site launches and upgrades from Devto as we look to develop our existing services and, perhaps, look in one or two innovative directions as well, so remember to get your requests in for New Year work early and beat the rush. Start off 2012 as you mean to go on with a positive step; and, of course, we wish you and your business all the very best for the upcoming twelve months.Opening Dates: Devto will be closed from the 26th December, re-opening on January 3rd. Emergency technical support will be provided as usual during this period. http://www.devto.co.uk/news/merry-christmas-and-happy-new-year http://www.devto.co.uk/news/merry-christmas-and-happy-new-year Thu, 17 Nov 2011 10:47:46 +0000 Joining the host of leisure and entertainment companies with which Devto now has an excellent working relationship is the respected Lake District guest house, Hill Crest.Located at the heart of the beautiful English countryside in Newby Bridge, Hill Crest wanted an easy to use and easy to update website which matched their professional and popular guest house service.A clean and crisp layout, combined with a customised content management system, allows the site's content, including stunning pictures and glowing reviews, to really do the talking. Additional features include Twitter integration, Google Maps implementation and easily updateable news and offers pages.Visit www.hotelnewbybridge.co.uk to learn more! http://www.devto.co.uk/news/hill-crest-guest-house-makes-its-mark http://www.devto.co.uk/news/hill-crest-guest-house-makes-its-mark Sat, 08 Oct 2011 10:18:56 +0000 Devto are pleased to announce an agreement with Film Locations Worldwide Ltd to redevelop their existing website. Film Locations Worldwide provide a variety of services relating to film locations, scouting and management. The new website will help better display their array of services and also better promote their library of thousands of locations across the North of England, with SEO an important consideration. http://www.devto.co.uk/news/film-locations-website-agreement http://www.devto.co.uk/news/film-locations-website-agreement Wed, 10 Aug 2011 15:30:10 +0000 Devto have launched a new website for Lytham-based start-up Basics to Boardroom. Founded by Sharon Cookson, the company provide a variety of secretarial services to businesses in the North West and further afield.The website features an integrated Twitter feed and controllable slide-show, with strong emphasis placed on links to social networking tools and websites. Visit the Basics to Boardroom website to learn more. http://www.devto.co.uk/news/basics-to-boardroom-site-launches http://www.devto.co.uk/news/basics-to-boardroom-site-launches