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Understanding Mobile Search
"As consumers increasingly turn to their mobile phones, it is critical for businesses to understand the range of “mobile conversions” that can occur, such as phone calls, store visits, or purchases on other devices." Mobile Search Moments Study by Google Think...
All In A Day’s Work
On the eve of his first IRONMAN, David Lively, co-owner of Rave Retailer, shared a moment with business partner, Rafferty Pendery on the beach of Lake Erie. "No big deal, it's just a 2.4 mile swim...then the rest of it. Haha," was how the conversation went according...
The Case for Responsive Design
Last month, we wrote about responsive website design and how this technique is at the forefront of design and development strategy. Responsive Website Design, otherwise known as RWD, has actually been around for a while. It's gaining fast momentum as a trend because...
Think Local and Be Responsive to Succeed
You need a new refrigerator. What do you do first? Google. You'd like a new purse or book bag and aren't interested in driving all over the place to shop. Google. You're in the market for new fitness props or apparel. Google again. The point is that no matter what you...
Is Your Website Responsive?
"Stop thinking in pages. Start thinking in systems." ~ Jeremy Keith Do you regularly browse the internet on your mobile phone and/or tablet? When on your phone/tablet, do you feel inconvenienced by expanding and scrolling the screen to view the content you're...
What’s Your Marketing Plan?
Marketing has evolved over the years, much of it paralleling the current technology available. Don't look for that trend to change anytime soon. The better the technology, the more innovative you need to be to stand out! In as early as the late 1800s, telegraphs were...
Life = Risk
"If you've never failed, you've never lived." This blog is typically technology focused, but in the weeks to come, we're going to tell you a little more about us. Sure, you know we build websites, apps and more. Learn a little more about our custom websites at...
Five Areas of Growth in 2013
Happy New Year! What are your goals and aspirations for 2013? We definitely have some! Web development has grown and changed so much over the last few years, and at Rave Retailer we are always looking for ways to improve our websites and services for our customers and...
What Is Your Checkout Process Like?
In our last post, we gave tips and tricks to avoid cart abandonment. Today, we offer a funny video by Google demonstrating the reasons people jump ship before purchasing online. While the video is overly exaggerated, it certainly makes the point. Enjoy! Ready to take...