Archive for September, 2010

5 really useful and free tools for web designers

Tools
As a web designer and consultant, I’m constantly on the lookout for tools that will make the job easier and quicker. Luckily, people seem to be creating some excellent tools almost every week at the moment, and I’ve discovered some real gems. Here are the top 5 tools I find really handy

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Why Coca Cola is a successful product and brand

andy-warhol-1I heard a reference to this quote recently so I looked up the full text. I thought it was good reasoning for why Coke sells massively all over the planet, even in developing countries – it’s the same everywhere and it’s also classless. It’s product consistency at it’s best. What made it really interesting for me though is that the quote comes from a time (1970′s I think) before the modern age of big branding and marketing.

It’s a good reminder that where branding is concerned, if you are branding a mass product or service, consistency of delivery and quality is a key element to success. That way, the customer knows what he can expect and will happily pay for more, time and time again. Continue Reading →