As a Canadian web design and development team that's been in business for over 10 years, we have collected vast insights on what contributes to the effectiveness of a website.
Welcome to blog.9thsphere.com. We're pleased to present you with this online source for information and commentary on the latest industry issues - many concerning Canadian websites and website owners.
You can expect to find here Canadian industry news updates, tips, and the occasional rant. Enjoy!
Below are the most recent postings.
Posted By Ezra Silverton in Internet Marketing on 2008-04-08
After seeing first hand the power and results gained from internet marketing initiatives, clients often ask what more can be done. How can you benefit even more from your search engine optimization (SEO), search engine marketing (SEM), social media marketing (SMM), or email marketing? Full Article
Posted By Ezra Silverton in Web Design, Web Development on 2008-02-13
As a website owner, at some point and for whatever reason, you may come across a need to move your website from your existing web developer, designer, or hosting provider. It is up to you to supply your new service provider with all necessary files and data. Gaining all the information necessary for the move to occur quickly and successfully may become your biggest challenge if you’re not prepared. Ensuring that you have the following documents on file is important for such an occasion. Full Article
Posted By Ezra Silverton in Internet Marketing on 2008-01-22
Since Friday of last week, we noticed Google consistently generating more Local business listings and dedicating more space to Local findings within the organic search results. Full Article
Posted By Ezra Silverton in Internet Marketing, Web Design, Web Development, What's Buzzing on 2008-01-17
Based on the directions taken in 2007, we’ve come up with some Internet marketing predictions for 2008. Our suggestions include a Canadian-specific forecast, plus a short dreamy wish list – “wink-wink” - to those who can make it happen! Full Article
Posted By Ezra Silverton in Internet Marketing on 2008-01-11
If you work in with Internet marketing, you need to take SEMPO’s 4th Annual State of the Search Market Survey. Full Article
Posted By Ezra Silverton in eCommerce on 2008-01-02
Just a reminder to Canadian ecommerce sites - update your goods and services tax (GST) rate as per latest reduction. As of January 1, 2008 the GST rate was reduce from 6% to 5%. Full Article
Posted By Ezra Silverton in Internet Marketing on 2007-12-28
2007 saw growth and new initiatives for the internet marketing industry. Entrance of many large US web properties, new service offerings, more focus being placed on local targeting, record breaking spending, and new legislation are sure to effect Canada’s Internet marketing landscape in 2008. Full Article
Posted By Ezra Silverton in What's Buzzing on 2007-11-09
November 6, 2007 - With just a little over two years since its debut, Google’s YouTube has launched a Canadian version of their video-sharing smorgasbord. Strategic partners including the CBC, News Canada, and Dose.ca are excited about the new playing field for homegrown talent. Full Article
Posted By Ezra Silverton in Web Design, Web Development on 2007-11-05
If you’ve ever approached various web development firms for a website proposal or quote, almost immediately you would have noticed the alarmingly wide cost variations. Full Article
Posted By Ezra Silverton in Beware!, eCommerce on 2007-09-28
Watch out Canadian eBay PowerSellers! The government wants to be certain that you are claiming the correct amount of revenue for tax purposes. Full Article
