Reliable and affordable web site design - our portfolio
A selection of our reliable and affordable web sites designs can be viewed below together with the client's design brief and some of their comments on our service.
Our clients include individuals, sole traders, small businesses and national associations. We have experience in all types of web site design, including e-Commerce and regular newsletter updates. To view samples of our reliable and affordable web site designs simply click on the image of the home pages below.
.31.71
.31.71 are specialist headhunters operating in the non-food FMCG sector, particularly Consumer Electronics and its close associates. In 2007 they instructed us to redesign their existing site, and have since taken out an annual contract and, on our advice, moved their web hosting provider. In spring 2009 we designed three new web sites as part of a marketing strategy developed in the wake of the prevailing economic climate. Offering specific solutions to the challenges facing recruitment, .31.71 are targeting both clients and candidates within their core competencies.
"I needed to upgrade the .31.71 web site and, after careful consideration, chose Octen Web Design as they offered the most competitive package. I am delighted with all aspects of the service I received, from the first draft design to the regular updates. I have no hesitation in recommending Octen Web Design."
Peter Dushko, Director.
JDR MINERALS
JDR Minerals were still in the process of setting up their business when they contacted us wanting an e-Commerce site for their range of 100% pure mineral make up. We provided advice on shopping cart providers, payment gateways as well as designing the site and taking photographs of JDR Mineral's models and some of the product samples. The site went 'live' in September 2008. JDR Minerals chose our annual maintenance contract which has allowed them to add additional products and keep the site refreshed on a regular basis.
"Paul at Octen Web Design provided invaluable help and advice when we were setting up our business as well as taking the time to visit one of our product evenings. We have added new products and features to the site which have been added quickly and without fuss.
Janet Richardson, partner."
NORTON TAVERN FANTASY LEAGUE
Originally organised by a group of friends at the Norton Tavern, this football fantasy game now has players across the U.K. and as far away as Australia. The web site helps keep everyone in touch! Enthusiasm for the competition was beginning to wane after several seasons, but the ability to select teams and make transfers on the web, as well as checking the latest standings, helped attract new players. The site was originally published in August 2007, and has been refreshed for each new season. An annual maintenance contract ensures that the site is updated weekly with the latest scores.
"As many of the competition's players had moved away from the area, we were faced with abandoning the game. After advice from Octen Web Design we went 'on-line'. Initially we had a very simple three page site, but this slowly evolved into the site you can see today. Players are able to participate irrespective of their location, and we have a record entry for the new season."
Grant Hardiman, Secretary
PURPLE TRAINING
Purple Training offer remarkable and innovative bespoke training solutions for Clients that require only the best. They are passionate about developing skills and improving performance and helping our Clients to achieve specific goals and their employees to realise their potential. The brief from Purple Training included the design of their Corporate logo and strap line.
"The service I received from Paul at Octen Web Design was exemplary. Not only did he offer advice on the design and content, he even designed my Company logo! As a new business I was acutely aware of the need to control my start up costs, and Octen Web Design's services were very affordable. I am looking forward to a long and beneficial relationship with them."
Louise Nicolaou, Director
THE BLUE BELL, BISHOPTON
The new owners of the Blue Bell in Bishopton were looking for a web site to promote both the pub and their outside catering business and chose us after carefully researching the various design Companies in the area. We built two complimentary themed web sites to promote both aspects of the business.
UGOCHEAP
A specialist provider of bespoke weekend trips to the top football matches in the FA Premiership. As a sole trader Phil wanted a simple site to reinforce his principle marketing tool, printed flyers. Octen Web Design were faced with a very tight time scale if the business was to maximise its sales as the 2008/09 season reached its climax. The web site was 'live' just three days after the initial brief was agreed.
"I needed a web site at a price I could afford. More importantly I needed one very quickly to ensure I didn't lose business at my busiest time. Octen Web Design delivered both - the site was on line within five days of my first meeting with Paul! I am amazed at Paul's commitment and dedication, and the price was truly value for money."
Phil Dinsdale, Owner
UK ENTREPRENEURS ASSOCATION
The UK Entrepreneur Association, part of the Million Impossible group, was formed in 2007 with the aim of creating a network of members across a varied cross section of businesses. Members are offered discounts by fellow members, and can benefit from increased turnover and reduced costs by mutual trading.
"We have been very pleased with the service from Octen Web Design. The rates are extremely reasonable and the customer service has been exemplary. Any queries are answered quickly and we have had many ongoing updates to the site whenever we have requested them. We have been more than happy with the support that we have received from Octen Web Design and would highly recommend them. Anybody looking for a cost effective solution to gain a web presence should speak to Octen Web Design today."
Heidi Weir, Operations Director.
L & M TILING
L&M Tiling offer a specialist tiling service in Teesside covering all aspects of ceramic tile fitting. The business was started in 2007. Needing a showcase for his work, L&M approached Octen Web Design with a brief for a simple web site and with a limited budget. We were able to fulfil his brief ... and under budget!
"As a sole trader with a brand new business, I needed a web site to announce my arrival and highlight my tiling service. I was delighted with the service I received from Paul at Octen Web Design. My site was designed and published in just four days, and well within my budget."
Jonathan Lax, owner.
UNITED KITS
Conceived as the definitive online resource on all aspects of the kits worn by Manchester United since 1878, the web site features the work of talented graphic artist Tim Ashmore. A Danish language version is currently "in production" with plans for several other foreign language versions in the future.
QUEST UK
When one of the UK Entrepreneur Association's Directors looked into starting a new Company, Octen Web Design were the natural choice to design the business web site. Quest UK Solutions aimed to offer practical help to businesses of any size: consultancy, coaching, recruitment, administration, or staff training.
