The growing speed of business Speed has become a key factor in product development, and the time taken between concept and design to deployment and customer interaction has plummeted, with many products now requiring a development-to-deployment cycle measured in minutes, even seconds, rather than the weeks and months which were acceptable only a few years …
Throughout the year, we all work incredibly hard to try and deliver you the best possible service and we are continually looking at ways to improve the service we provide you. Whilst we welcome your feedback at any time, every November we send out our annual survey to gather some formal results. We have run …
Christmas is only weeks away, and for ecommerce retailers, that means preparing for the seasonal rush. Before we get to Christmas, however, we still have Black Friday and Cyber Monday to contend with, which are two of the busiest days of the year when it comes to internet shopping. So what can your business do …
Here at catalyst2, we are extremely proud to provide managed hosting to the Royal British Legion, who are committed to honouring those who fought and died to give us the freedoms that we can enjoy today. With Remembrance Day on the horizon, we wanted to share a little bit of information with you about the tradition …
Last night we attended the 2015 ISPA awards (also known as the ‘UK internet oscars’) and we are delighted to announce we walked away with 2 ISPA’s! For the 3rd year in a row we topped the Customer Choice Award , as voted for by customers of the companies nominated, so a massive thanks to every …
Windows Server 2003 is finally approaching the end of its Extended Support period. This means that from 14th July 2015, Windows will no longer be issuing patches, security fixes, or updates for Windows Server 2003. Since they announced the end of the system back in 2010, many businesses have been moving away from legacy servers, …
Rising levels of hacking in recent years is stoking fears of more widespread damage to come but discussions about creating an international internet security agreement have only really just begun. Officials admit that with the fast-evolving nature of technology and the internet, it’s a race to stay ahead of the latest developments. Speaking at a …
It was 2010 when Google first announced that the speed of a web page was becoming a ranking factor in their search algorithm. It made sense – Google’s business is essentially providing good quality answers to questions. If the website they send you to is slow, arguably, it doesn’t meet this quality benchmark. It’s a …
Splashdata have recently come out with the top 25 weakest passwords, it goes without saying that if you password is in this list, it really does need to be updated. If you are not sure how to update your passwords, just drop us an email to support@catalyst2.com and we will be very happy to help.
SEO, or search engine optimisation, is the process of improving and enhancing a website to make it more visible to search engines such as Google, Yahoo and Bing. In being visible to these engines, a business is able to climb to the front or top of listings making it more likely they will be seen …
In the digital age, getting a website is more than just a way to build an online presence, it’s a vital business investment. Not only do large retail businesses need a website, but smaller local businesses can also benefit from taking their business online. Recognising this importance, many businesses are now dedicating significant resources towards …
In the fast-paced world of e-commerce, having a reliable website is an essential factor in success. Whether you also have a brick-and-mortar store or solely a digital shop, ensuring your website is performing at its best can have a direct impact on your bottom line. Factors such as website uptime, ease of navigation and speed …
Designing a website requires careful consideration and several reviews during the development stages to ensure everything is perfect. Once live, it can be easy to assume that no further updates are needed and your website will continue to perform well, however, this isn’t always the case. Regularly reviewing your website is essential to ensure its …
More so than ever before, businesses heavily depend on their websites to improve brand awareness and attract new customers, so the importance of server maintenance shouldn’t be overlooked. Ultimately, the backbone of online business success lies in the reliability and efficiency of servers. For website owners, ensuring the seamless operation of their servers is essential …
In the digital world, first impressions are crucial, especially when it comes to your website. It only takes a few seconds for a visitor to form an opinion about your business based on your website. This short window of time highlights the importance of ensuring your website is not only visually appealing but also fast, …
As 2024 quickly approaches, it’s an opportune time for businesses to review and evaluate the success of their online presence. The end of the year is perfect to reflect on what has worked, what hasn’t and what changes might be needed moving forward. An essential aspect of this review is your website and, in particular, …
Businesses are continually searching for new ways to streamline their operations and optimise their application deployment processes. Kubernetes, a powerful container orchestration platform, has become the go-to solution for managing containerised applications. Its ability to automate deployment, scaling and management of applications makes it ideal for any business currently running applications on multiple virtual machines …
When reviewing website performance and the success of digital marketing campaigns, there are several important metrics that business owners will compare. One of these metrics is the ‘bounce rate’ and a high bounce rate can be an indication that something isn’t working. Understanding what’s causing visitors to bounce off your website is key to making …
Different times of the year present different challenges for retailers and e-commerce businesses. The lead-up to the holiday season is known for being busy and Black Friday, in particular, is a monumental day where shopping activity reaches a peak. With more businesses now offering Black Friday deals online for a few days or even a …
When trying to reach a wider audience, having a good online presence is crucial. A website can help to increase brand awareness and get more people talking about your products or services. The importance of a website extends beyond brand visibility though, it will become a platform for customer engagement and business transactions. However, simply …
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