global event websites. live blogs. hosting.
the brief
Informa plc is a international publishing and events company whose services enable commercial and academic communities to connect across the globe. They asked Above Digital to design and build a series of 12 websites – needing a online channel to post live content from each event.
Above Digital worked closely with Informa to scope their online requirements The challenge was to make sure the delivery of live event content produced and posted by the Informa team remained the focus. This required an easy to use content management system (CMS) and an interface design that was all fully responsive as event visitors would typically be on mobile and tablet devices. We integrated the event social media channels and optimised the site SEO, before testing thoroughly and pushing live, on time and to budget. Finally we provided hosting and online technical support incase of any issues at the live events.
The end-result was a series of engaging websites allowing live videos, testimonials and current news to be easily uploaded. The teams posted huge amounts of content on-the-go, keeping their important business communities regularly updated with all the latest reports and commentary.
interface design
We place the User Experience at the heart of everything we do. That way we ensure any interface design works well for both the business and end user, directing them from their entry point through to a chosen destination in the quickest and most rewarding way possible! To do this we fully explore all business and user requirements, define the key goals and summarise via page wireframes, which can be made interactive. The whole process is scaleable and focused on providing the right blend of brand design, business requirements, user journey and technology. If we get it right then everyone is happy.
Users can typically be placed into one of two broad categories. Those who know what they want and those who do not. For the ones that do we provide clear and easy to use options focused on their priority tasks. Alternatively for users who want to explore and find their own path, we provide the right guidance to get them from A to whatever B might be, as quickly and simply as possible.
Each website provided a successful platform for the events teams to deliver a constant stream of live post and event content.
global events websites
live blog designs
build and hosting
digital marketing
PPC / SEO / Email / Social Channel Management
There are a wide range of digital marketing activities on offer so choosing the right ones can be confusing. At Above Digital we talk through your objectives and explore the options available to make sure you take the right path. From search engine optimisation (SEO), social channel management, email marketing or paid Advertising in Facebook, Twitter or running a Google Adwords, Display Ads or re-marketing, it will depend on what you are trying to achieve with your available budget.
To ensure the best results, all campaigns should be reviewed and key learnings defined so that any ongoing activity can be improved. We try to provide the right guidance and support, from the launch of a new product through to extending your brand reach online.
