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2012

In my last post I wrote about what we've learnt over the last year. This time I thought I'd look ahead at what 2012 has in store for our little web design company, as well as for the bigger picture of web design.

 

1) Always Improve

We're getting better at what we do. We're now taking time regularly to invest into our skills. We’ve been racking up badges on the fantastic resouce that is Treehouse, as well as growing a number of other more specific skills via a few other resources.

And we’re improving by reviewing the way we code, and working towards a more organised and efficient code base, and the possibility of taking advantage of a framework - ultimately producing a groundbreaking next generation of the Resound CMS by the end of the year.

2) We want to grow

We're growing in number already, and we're looking forward to taking on bigger projects. We're currently in the midst of recruiting an extra developer to a our little team. It’ll be exciting to see how our ‘meet the team’ page has changed come 2013!

3) One size fits all

I think we’ll see responsive design take off for the little guys this year - it’s been big talk in the web design industry for a long while now, and really has emerged as the best solution for adapting a site to work on handheld devices such as the iPhone and iPad.

We think it’s about time this became a standard, and hope we get to see this advancement filter through to the likes of small business websites.

4) Get the full benefit of the web

We’ve already seen the rise of the web app. I currently use web-based apps for my email client, calendar, time tracking, task list and keeping an eye on social media, and I’m sure many of you are starting to do similarly.

Twin this with the realisation that your website is way more than a sales tool - but can revolutionise the way you run your business and organise your time - and you can start to see the real advantages custom web apps can have to a small business.

In conclusion...

So there’s a snapshot of what we think 2012 will look like from where we’re sat. I’m sure the year will throw some curveballs, but I’m excited to see how it turns out!

Image courtesy of notionscapital

Ben J Walker

Ben J Walker · 19th January 2012

Ben founded Resound Design back in 2006 after completing a Computing degree. He now spends his time designing websites, coding web apps, and drinking tea.

What do you think?

  • Gravatar Ben J Walker · Well thanks John. I'll be sure to check it out. Jan 23rd
  • Gravatar John · Great insight on using more web-based apps, especially given that you are a web company. Just makes sense. Not sure which time tracking tool you are using, but might I suggest checking out our app Intervals?

    Here's to a great new year! Jan 23rd
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