OWDT News | Company & Industry Insights https://owdt.com ICONIC WEB PRESENCE Fri, 06 Feb 2026 21:55:16 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 OWDT Redesigns The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston Digital Experience https://owdt.com/news/owdt-redesigns-the-museum-of-fine-arts-houston-digital-experience/ Fri, 17 Oct 2025 16:37:08 +0000 https://owdtnewstg.wpengine.com/?p=26260 The new MFAH.org is built on a design system that mirrors the museum’s architectural calm and visual clarity.

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The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston (MFAH) has unveiled its newly redesigned digital presence — a project conceived and executed in close collaboration with OWDT. The new MFAH.org is a seamless fusion of art, architecture, and engineering, reflecting the museum’s stature as one of the largest and most distinguished cultural institutions in the United States.

What began as a digital refresh evolved into a full-scale reimagination of how a museum website can represent its physical counterpart — both visually and structurally. Together, MFAH and OWDT worked to translate the museum’s curatorial precision and architectural integrity into a digital language that feels timeless, elegant, and effortless.

Designing for Art and Space

The new MFAH.org is built on a design system that mirrors the museum’s architectural calm and visual clarity. Every typographic pairing, grid, and image ratio was calibrated to foreground art — not interface. Space, rhythm, and proportion are used as design materials in themselves, creating an experience that feels both editorial and immersive.

Neutral tones, deliberate whitespace, and precise motion design echo the museum’s physical galleries. The result is a digital environment that feels contemplative and confident — where each page operates like a curated exhibition.

Engineering Complexity with Elegance

MFAH iMac homepage Design by OWDT

Beneath the simplicity lies extraordinary complexity. The platform integrates multiple systems — including Testatura, eMuseum, and LTA — all unified within a custom CMS and a powerful Blazor architecture.

Blazor, a relatively new and underutilized technology in design-centric projects, was pushed far beyond its intended purpose. Traditionally used for internal portals, OWDT redefined its potential — creating what may be one of the first large-scale, public-facing Blazor experiences in the world.

To achieve visual and functional cohesion, OWDT’s engineers customized Bootstrap frameworks, developed .NET templates, refined APIs, and engineered cross-platform integrations with precision. The project demanded a high-performance environment, requiring advanced local setups with Docker, Linux distributions, and extensive computing resources.

Despite strict limitations — including institutional restrictions on JavaScript usage and rigorous ADA compliance standards — the final system performs flawlessly, balancing aesthetics with robust technical architecture.

Accessibility, Integrity, and Innovation

MFAH ticket purchase Web Development by OWDT

The site’s accessibility was central to the design from the beginning. Every module was tested against the latest WCAG standards for color contrast, keyboard navigation, and screen-reader functionality. The new MFAH.org is not only compliant — it is inclusive by design.

This collaboration exemplifies how innovation and cultural stewardship can coexist — how technology can serve art without overshadowing it.

A Partnership Built on Vision

This project represents more than a technical achievement; it is a testament to MFAH’s forward-looking vision. The museum’s digital and curatorial teams worked closely with OWDT through every iteration — guiding the project with clarity, patience, and creative integrity.
Hundreds of hours of shared design, engineering, and testing went into the platform’s creation. The result is a living, evolving digital experience that honors MFAH’s mission and redefines what a museum website can be.

An ambitious collaboration bringing art, architecture, and technology into harmony.

Explore More from OWDT

Each project we undertake is a study in precision — where design, technology, and storytelling converge. Discover more of our work and see how we help institutions, brands, and innovators shape digital experiences that endure.

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OWDT wins prestigious 2025 W3 Award for NRG Park website https://owdt.com/news/owdt-wins-prestigious-2025-w3-award-for-nrg-park-website/ Wed, 01 Oct 2025 11:48:17 +0000 https://owdtnewstg.wpengine.com/?p=26177 OWDT has won a prestigious 2025 W3 Award for its work on the NRG Park website, honored at the 20th Annual W3 Awards celebrating digital creativity and innovation.

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Houston, TX — September 30, 2025OWDT is proud to announce that our work on the NRG Park website has been honored at the 20th Annual W3 Awards, one of the world’s premier celebrations of digital creativity and innovation.

Recognizing global excellence in digital experiences

OWDT wins prestigious 2025 W3 Award

The W3 Awards, presented by the Academy of Interactive and Visual Arts (AIVA), honor outstanding achievement across Websites, Mobile Apps & Sites, Social Media, Online Marketing, Podcasts, Online Video, and Emerging Tech.

This year’s program received thousands of entries from around the globe, recognizing brands, agencies, institutions, and independent creators who set trends, break boundaries and shape the digital landscape.

AIVA’s jury comprises leaders from some of the most acclaimed organizations in the world, including Walt Disney Studios, Netflix, IBM, Deloitte Digital, and The National Gallery of Art, ensuring that winning work reflects the very highest standards of excellence.

Bringing NRG Park’s digital vision to life

OWDT wins 2025 W3 Award for NRG Park website

OWDT’s award-winning design for NRG Park reflects our commitment to creating digital experiences that are not only visually striking but strategically purposeful.

By blending bold aesthetics with intuitive navigation and rich storytelling, we crafted a website that captures the energy and scale of NRG Park while serving its diverse audience seamlessly.

A milestone in a year of innovation

OWDT wins 2025 W3 Award for NRG Park website

This recognition places OWDT among an elite group of agencies, brands, and creators celebrated for their creativity, innovation, and storytelling in the digital space. It underscores our belief that great design is about more than beauty — it’s about shaping meaningful connections between organizations and their audiences.

About the W3 Awards

Now in its 20th year, the W3 Awards represents the very best in digital content, design, and experiences. Categories are scored on a 10-point scale, with only around 20% of all entries selected as Gold Winners. The Best in Show distinction, awarded to less than 1% of entries, represents the highest mark of excellence.

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Proven strategies for creating higher conversion rates https://owdt.com/news/proven-strategies-for-creating-higher-conversion-rates/ Thu, 30 Mar 2023 08:27:20 +0000 https://owdt.wpengine.com/?p=6305 What is a conversion rate? – it is the proportion of visits to a website resulting in follow up action Our last blog post focused on reducing your website’s bounce rate.

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In “Creating Websites with lower bounce rates” article focused on reducing your website’s bounce rate. Even more critical is achieving a higher conversion rate. The meaning of the Conversion rate

What is a conversion rate?

Conversion rates refer to the percentage of website visitors or users who take a desired action or complete a specific goal, such as making a purchase, signing up for a newsletter, or filling out a contact form. It is a critical metric in digital marketing and e-commerce, indicating the effectiveness of a website or marketing campaign in turning visitors into customers or leads. Conversion rates are typically expressed as a percentage, calculated by dividing the number of conversions by the total number of visitors or users and multiplying by 100.

what conversion rates are and why they matter

So many factors can affect a website’s conversion rate (1) that it’s easiest to speak in terms of strategy categories:

  • Metrics: Conventional wisdom is that a respectable conversion rate ranges between 3 to 5%. However, different industries have varied average conversion rates. E-commerce sites, for example, trend lower while industries like finance trend higher. Moreover, websites with conversion rates in the top 10% of any industry can achieve numbers that are 3-5 times greater than those of their competitors. Bottom line: don’t ever settle for average!

 

  • Basic Issues: A well-designed, friendly website with clear content and easy navigation, including strategically positioned links, is fundamental to any conversion-rate strategy (2). Have you incorporated clearly messaged text, pictures, and video to enhance the appeal of your offerings? Above all, have you streamlined the steps required by the viewer to obtain your product or service? Users are more likely to follow through when you provide them with a small number of clearly defined choices and limited document fields to fill out. Keep in mind that even a small advantage like offering free shipping can give you the edge over your competitors.

 

  • Landing Page Design and Content: What about your tag lines? Do they provide crisp, enticing calls to action? On average, five times as many people read your tag lines as read the body of your site’s text. Even small design changes like enlarging the size of your action buttons can help.

 

  • Establishing Credibility and Trust: Do you clearly articulate your brand’s value, including the expertise and integrity of your team? Have you displayed third-party ‘trust logos’ and other independent agent support to further demonstrate your credibility? Have you provided persuasive demo/trial and background information, including product and service reviews, before checkout/purchase?

 

  • A/B Testing of Multiple Offers and Varied Design Options: We at OWDT as a web design company recommend A/B testing for many purposes, including comparing the effectiveness of different landing page designs/content, the relative effectiveness of different promotional offers, and limitless other options. We know that even one minor change can generate a temporary increase in conversion rate. That’s why we test multiple landing page designs, one alternative at a time, to ensure that your final web pages incorporate the proven, long-term advantages of all A/B testing results.

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Learn more about our marketing services and options available to you, or contact our specialists to discuss how we can realize your vision.

The benefits of personalized content and offers

Personalized content and offers offer a multitude of benefits that can significantly enhance a business’s success. By tailoring content, product recommendations, and marketing messages to individual preferences and behaviors, businesses can forge deeper connections with their audience. These tailored experiences translate into improved user engagement and higher conversion rates, as users are more likely to respond positively to content that resonates with their interests. Beyond immediate conversions, personalization contributes to long-term customer loyalty, fostering brand advocacy and repeat business. Additionally, it allows for more efficient marketing spend and empowers data-driven decision-making, enabling businesses to adapt to changing market dynamics. In a competitive landscape, personalized content and offers provide a vital edge, helping businesses stand out, drive growth, and build enduring customer relationships.

improved User Experience:

Personalization tailors content and offers to individual preferences, making the overall user experience more relevant and engaging. Users are more likely to engage with and appreciate content that resonates with their interests and needs.

Higher Conversion Rates:

Personalized content and offers have been shown to significantly increase conversion rates. When users see products, services, or recommendations that align with their preferences, they are more likely to make a purchase or take the desired action.

Enhanced Customer Engagement:

Personalization fosters a stronger connection between businesses and customers. It encourages users to spend more time on a website or engage with an app, leading to increased brand loyalty and customer retention.

Increased Customer Satisfaction:

When customers feel that a business understands their needs and preferences, it enhances their overall satisfaction. This positive experience can lead to repeat business and positive word-of-mouth referrals.

Higher Average Order Value (AOV):

Personalized product recommendations and offers can lead to larger purchases. By suggesting complementary or higher-priced items based on

As you’ve delved into the realm of proven conversion rate strategies and the remarkable benefits they offer, I urge you to take action and implement these techniques to transform your digital presence and business outcomes. Embrace data-driven decision-making, fine-tune your user experience, and craft compelling, personalized content and offers. By diligently monitoring and optimizing your conversion funnel, you can unlock higher engagement, increase conversions, and enhance customer loyalty. Remember, the digital landscape is ever-evolving, and staying ahead requires continuous adaptation and improvement. So, don’t wait—start implementing these strategies today to witness remarkable improvements in your online success and customer relationships. Your commitment to enhancing the user experience and tailoring content will undoubtedly lead to a brighter future for your business.


Sources

[1] forbes.com/sites/jaysondemers/2016/10/24/50-ways-to-increase-your-websites-conversion-rate/.
[2] forbes.com/sites/jaysondemers/2014/10/01/5-steps-to-boost-conversion-rates-through-your-content-marketing-strategy/.
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How OWDT assisted Platform Partners in launching its new website https://owdt.com/news/how-owdt-assisted-platform-partners-in-launching-its-new-website/ Sun, 18 Dec 2022 18:52:31 +0000 https://owdtnewstg.wpengine.com/?p=23732 A brief overview of our web design collaboration with Platform Partners.

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OWDT, a leading web development and design agency, recently collaborated with Carlberg, a marketing and branding firm, to assist Platform Partners in launching their new website. The website was designed to improve the user experience and provide easy access to important information about the company’s services and products.

The process of launching the new website began with a thorough discovery phase, where the team at Platform Partners outlined their goals and objectives for the website. They wanted to create a modern, user-friendly design that would make it easy for clients to find the information they needed and showcase the company’s portfolio of products.

OWDT and Carlberg worked closely together to create a visually stunning and intuitive website that met the needs of Platform Partners. The design team at Carlberg created a clean and modern layout focusing on showcasing the company’s services and products. Carlberg also provided the branding and messaging to ensure that the website accurately reflected the company’s identity.

The development team at OWDT then began building the website using the latest web technologies, including HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript. The website was optimized for both desktop and mobile devices, ensuring that it looks great and works seamlessly on any device.

Once the website was built, the team at OWDT and Carlberg thoroughly tested it to ensure that it was free of bugs and that the user experience was smooth and seamless. They also worked to ensure that the website was optimized for search engines to help improve its visibility in search results.

The final step in the process was launching the website and making it live for the public. Platform Partners’ new website is now live, and the feedback has been overwhelmingly positive. The website has received praise for its sleek design, intuitive navigation, and the wealth of information it provides to clients.

Overall, the launch of Platform Partners’ new website was a great success, thanks partly to the expertise and efforts of Carlberg. The collaboration between the two agencies allowed for a holistic approach to creating the website, resulting in a valuable asset for the company and will no doubt help them attract new clients and showcase their capabilities in the field of platform services and products.

Please visit Platform Partners.

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OWDT wins the American Advertising Awards for a corporate branding overhaul https://owdt.com/news/owdt-wins-the-american-advertising-awards-for-a-corporate-branding-overhaul/ Tue, 22 Mar 2022 16:45:41 +0000 https://owdtnewstg.wpengine.com/?p=22827 Houston’s Annual American Advertising Awards has announced that Houston-based OWDT is the winner of their award for excellence.

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The board of judges with Houston’s Annual American Advertising Awards, now in its 60th year, has announced that Houston-based OWDT is the winner of their award for excellence in . This second high-level recognition for OWDT’s Trusted Experts Group corporate rebranding project came from the most prominent local presence in Houston’s visionary creative economy.

‘Our client’s company had outpaced its competition, and that needed to be reflected across every brand touchpoint—internally and externally—to make this clear to their customers and their teams. ‘We’re honored,’ says Kyle Mani, OWDT’s CCO and Founder. ‘We understand these awards to be a real tool for innovation, conversation, and collaboration in our industry.’
— Kyle Mani, CCO/CEO and Founder of OWDT

OWDT went back to the drawing board in its rebranding of the Trusted Experts Group. The OWDT team provided extensive consumer testing and brand strategy ideation to provide one central, unifying idea to align the breadth of the brand’s offerings.

OWDT executives identified the need for a new, captivating name that captured the entire span of their services. Along with their new name, OWDT’s brand design project included a modernized and highly dynamic identity system, including a logo and a comprehensive website development. From company cars to employee uniforms, the new brand experience and all it represents are integrated across daily operations.

With exciting projects underway, OWDT’s committed mission is to continue to push the design envelope, to think outside of traditional solutions, and tailor every creative decision toward the client’s goal.

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https://www.einpresswire.com/article/566097075/what-is-in-a-name-acclaimed-owdt-wins-the-american-advertising-awards-for-corporate-branding-overhaul

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Dealing with sadistic internet trolls https://owdt.com/news/dealing-with-sadistic-internet-trolls/ Tue, 15 Mar 2022 17:11:00 +0000 https://owdt.wpengine.com/?p=16570 Trolls are cyberbullies who often use sophisticated tech skills to slander your character.

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Trolls are cyberbullies who often use sophisticated tech skills to slander your character.
Troll psychology 101:
If you’re online and haven’t been trolled yet, you will especially if you have a business and/or social media presence.

Definition of the Internet troll

An Internet troll is someone who intrudes into a discussion and posts comments deliberately designed to upset or disrupt it. Oftentimes, their comments have no apparent purpose except to upset everyone else involved, sometimes a particular, emotionally vulnerable person. They lie, offend, and wildly exaggerate for the sole purpose of offending (and getting responses confirming they’ve done damage).

Trolls are dedicated cyberbullies who often use sophisticated tech skills to distort information about you to slander your character and behavior. It’s difficult not to take it personally, but that’s exactly what they want. Ultimately, they are determined to destroy as many people and companies as they can with their calculated vitriol. One of their favorite activities is triggering fights between friends and strangers. Again, understand that you are simply another convenient target for their cruelty.

Who is a troll?

At first, not everyone posting ugly comments is a troll.
When especially stressed, many of us have reactively posted online comments or written emails that we later regret. A quick apology can often fix the situation, but not always.

If you are a business target, the best initial strategy is to either ignore or make light of the situation. If it’s a social media-based customer-hostile comment (often not from a real troll) you can both apologize and use humor to diffuse the situation.

If you are dealing with a genuine troll, you’ll know soon enough. Best not to argue with or counteract anyone who attacks you online because that’s just going to fuel the fire. Trolls may be disgruntled, cruel teenagers fueled by high hormones and deficient prefrontal lobe development looking for a ‘good time.’ Most often, however, they’re adults using the Internet to unleash their underlying vicious nature, probably nothing you’d suspect if you were to meet them face-to-face.

Zoo specimen troll behavior

Two recent online personality profile studies with over a thousand subjects found that Internet trolls exhibit off-the-charts levels of narcissism, sadism, and psychopathy (low empathy and disregard for others). One of the articles concludes with the following “Both trolls and sadists feel sadistic glee at the distress of others. Trolls are sadists who just want to have fun and the Internet is their playground!”

Where do trolls hide out?

Trolls can be found online on blog sites, social networking sites, multiplayer games, discussion forums, news sites, company sites, and forums. In other words, anywhere. They especially love to exploit kid/teenager sites.

Impossible to overlook and, in my opinion, calling for strong legal sanctions are trolls who target those with serious illnesses and people who have recently lost loved ones (often slandering the deceased). Also in their own special category of vicious, are the kids, often in collusion with their ‘friends’, sometimes even their parents, who attack socially marginal schoolchildren taunting them to commit suicide, too often with success.

Ignoring or making light humor of troll posts may not be enough. Next, I’ll outline additional steps you can take to defend yourself.

How can you tell if you’re dealing with a real troll?

Earlier, I cited definitive studies supporting the conclusion that Internet trolls are, indeed, horrible people. More specifically, they score high on the “Dark Triad” of narcissism, sadism, and psychopathology (the latter, is a profound lack of empathy for others).

Portrait of a sophisticated troll

How can you tell if you’re dealing with a troll as opposed to a legitimately disgruntled customer or other individuals just wanting to be heard?

Sophisticated trolls will often try to engage you with flattering feedback and bogus personal information designed to win your sympathy and establish trust. At first, they may ask innocent-sounding questions. Then, when your guard is down, they’ll hit you with provocative, even libelous comments.

They won’t respond directly to any questions you may ask them. Instead, they talk around an issue, making it impossible to pin them down. In addition, trolls often use fake web addresses and fictitious online identities that lead nowhere.

How to handle internet trolls?

Handling internet trolls requires a combination of patience, restraint, and effective strategies. Firstly, it’s essential not to engage in direct confrontations or respond emotionally to their provocations, as this often fuels their behavior. Instead, consider ignoring or blocking them to cut off their source of attention. If you do respond, keep your replies calm and rational, focusing on facts and avoiding personal attacks. Reporting abusive behavior to the platform administrators can also be effective, as it may lead to the troll’s account being suspended or banned. Lastly, maintaining a supportive online community and seeking help from friends or moderators can help counter the negative impact of trolling while fostering a more positive online environment.

Three essential troll containment guidelines

  • Surveys indicate that sixty percent of people ignore the attacker. If the attack is via email, with no social media audience witnessing it, that’s usually the best strategy, as the troll will then often move on to another target. In that situation, just document their posts and move on.
  • However, when there is an audience witnessing the situation, it’s better to deal with the attack in a matter-of-fact way: calling out their behavior by posting a comment something like: “Hey, folks, looks like we’re getting posts from a troll.” If you have a unified online community, they’ll usually support you in dealing with the attacker.
  • Finally, never respond in a manner that engages the troll at their gutter level. This only gives the troll what they want–to engage them in an irrational, unwinnable argument. Much worse, your audience may then see you as just another troll, rather than the aggrieved party.

Lastly, I’ll discuss additional troll containment strategies, including the increasingly popular alternatives of censoring or entirely blocking online posts.

When you’re criticized or ‘trolled’ on your own digital platforms

  • When it’s legitimate criticism: Apologize on social media in response to legitimate criticism of your products or services. Provide information about how you’ll fix the problem. This will underscore your accountability and integrity. Among comments from multiple sources that relate to the same (legitimate) issue, delete only those that are incendiary.
  • Establish a policy: Begin by establishing rules for what kinds of comments are allowed on your website and social media accounts. Examples of effective comment policies can be found on the Content Marketing Institute and Huffington Post sites. (1)
  • Delete offensive comments and ban repeat offenders: Unless your website and social media are absolutely troll-free, you need to monitor and delete offensive comments. You can also ban members from participating in online groups. This can be costly and time-consuming, so…
  • Use moderators and online tools when possible: If you are a larger organization and have the resources, consider hiring a team of moderators to monitor activity on your site, blog, or forum to remove inappropriate comments.
  • Ask edgy commentators to identify themselves: Genuine commentators who have a legitimate concern will have a locatable online identity with a traceable IP address. If the ‘legitimate commentator’ morphs into a troll, you can block their IP address.
  • Use anti-troll tools: On the tech side, apply anti-troll tools like those provided on disemvoweling (2), hellbanning(3), Robot9000(4), and TSMC4 (5) software.

When you’re attacked on other sites

  • Notify the site moderator or webmaster. If none is available, use the “report abuse” feature, often found on the discussion page or via a help link. Then file a bullying report.
  • Many major sites no longer accept comments: Reuters(6), Popular Science (7), and the Chicago Sun-Times (8) are among those who have taken the radical step of nixing comments on their sites. Many other major organizations are opting to direct commenters away from their main site to their social media forums, many of which are carefully monitored.
  • Some employ teams to carefully monitor/censor comments: CNN disabled most comments as of August 2016 and carefully monitors messages in their remaining categories before posting. The same approach has been adopted by the Gawker Media family of sites, which includes Jezebel (9), Lifehacker (10), Deadspin(11), and Gizmodo (12) after their Jezebel site was flooded with violent pornographic images.

In conclusion, dealing with sadistic internet trolls is a challenge that many individuals and online communities face in the digital age. At OWDT as the web design company, we understand the importance of maintaining a safe and constructive online environment for our readers and contributors. While it can be tempting to respond in kind to trolls, we advocate for a more measured approach, emphasizing the power of ignoring, blocking, and reporting their behavior. By fostering a supportive online community and working together to address trolling, we can ensure that our digital spaces remain places of engagement, growth, and positivity, where the focus is on meaningful conversations rather than senseless negativity. Together, we can rise above the noise and make the internet a better place for everyone.


Sources

[1] huffingtonpost.com
[2] content.time.com/time/specials/packages/article/0,28804,1852747_1854195_1854185,00.html
[3] toway1234.tumblr.com/post/16021243707/hacker-news-hellbanning-is-unacceptable
[4] knowyourmeme.com/memes/sites/r9k
[5] en.wikipedia.org/wiki/TSMC
[6] gizmodo.com
[7] popsci.com
[8] chicago.suntimes.com
[9] jezebel.com
[10] lifehacker.com
[11] deadspin.com
[12]gizmodo.com
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Where ideas meet execution: OWDT wins gold Marcom Award https://owdt.com/news/where-ideas-meet-execution-owdt-wins-gold-marcom-award/ Thu, 20 Jan 2022 17:37:59 +0000 https://owdtnewstg.wpengine.com/?p=22830 Synopses of a press release published on EIN Presswire.

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OWDT was selected by the judges of the NYX MarCom Awards as the winner of the 2021 Gold Marcom Award. This international award celebrates the best-in-industry marketing communications ideas and executions. Winners are selected from over 300 categories spanning the most recent print, Web, Video, and Strategic Communications achievements.

Kyle Mani, CCO of OWDT, says ‘Beyond the validation of the work, we’re especially grateful for what the MarCom initiative represents in our industry—taking joy in the art, the industry dialogue, and the chance to give back to the community from which we all come.’

OWDT helped create a new brand identity for an established organization that had made a transition to new ownership. Mr. Mani emphasizes the critical importance of carefully selecting a new name for the organization, which was pivotal to establishing market value. The success of the identity campaign delivered the company to its long-time desired exit, an acquisition by industry leaders SGS. The team is now a part of SGS under the name OGC Experts.

OWDT slowly built the Trusted Experts Group brand’s new architecture. Stakeholder research, competitive audits, usability testing, and user persona discovery led the team to consequential and clarifying changes, beginning with the company’s name. This extended to a captivating logo, on-site uniforms, company vehicles, and business cards–important reminders across multiple touchpoints of their brand and culture.

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https://www.einpresswire.com/article/where-ideas-meet…

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Security-first: Users gain a sense of virtual world security using these points. https://owdt.com/news/security-first-users-gain-a-sense-of-virtual-world-security-using-these-points/ Sun, 19 Dec 2021 16:56:05 +0000 https://owdtnewstg.wpengine.com/?p=22977 Synopses of an article published on IT Business Edge.

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In a world of increasing physical insecurity, we must also protect ourselves against dangers in the virtual world. Web-based vulnerabilities can come from identity theft, internet scams, and dangerous disinformation sources— just as real as those in our physical environment. Businesses have come to understand that protected users are more likely to return to a website and are also more likely to stay on a website longer.

security first

Users gain a sense of virtual world security with–

  • Familiar user interface (UI) components, proper design elements management, organization, and appropriate photo selection.
  • Professional images, locally and culturally recognizable digital assets, and an engaging human tone—tell the user they’re in a safe and familiar zone. Without them, their experience suffers, even if the user can’t articulate why.
  • Authentication: Identification is when you claim to be a specific person online. This typically involves entering an email or username. Authentication, by contrast, is proving who you claim to be. However, security flows are the most disliked element of UX. Logging in, remembering your passwords, two-step authentications, Captcha, etc., are not user-friendly—but they are necessary for a user’s full protection. So, website designers need to resist intaking more information than what’s needed and come to an understanding with your sales tea during the development phase to understand the minimum information they’d require upfront.
  • Data Decoupling: By decoupling data from individual users, companies can still benefit from valuable consumer insights without sacrificing the user’s privacy. Increasingly, data decoupling is required by Google and other platforms.
  • Expiration Dates: A website’s privacy policy should be made clear to the consumer; they should understand what information is being collected, who will have access, and how long it will be kept.
  • Encrypted Databases: A responsible practice includes using a hypertext transfer protocol secure (HTTPS) to encrypt the data transmitted from the webserver to the user to prevent attacks from any bad actors lurking on private or public networks.

Protecting users will help a company shore up its conversion rate, evade the risk of any potential litigation, and deliver the user experience they’ve always had in mind.

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https://www.itbusinessedge.com/security/security-first-ux-experiencing-the-digital-world-safely/

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Safer Satisfaction – Engineering User-Centric, Post-Pandemic Cyber Safety https://owdt.com/news/safer-satisfaction-engineering-user-centric-post-pandemic-cyber-safety/ Wed, 15 Dec 2021 21:02:59 +0000 https://owdtnewstg.wpengine.com/?p=22958 Synopses of an article published on TechBullion.

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With virtually everyone online in the post-COVID environment, concerns around data breaches, phishing attacks, and ransomware threats have grown significantly. For any modern web design company, these concerns aren’t just technical—they’re central to creating trust and ensuring long-term user engagement. According to Kyle Mani, CCO of OWDT, 88% of data breaches can be traced back to human error. Therefore, developers must prioritize preventing such breaches from the outset. That said, the ease of access and navigation should never come at the expense of a secure user experience.

Developers need to move beyond the outdated assumption that the more data collected, the better the outcome. Instead, they must align with the future of front-end development, which is focused on leaner, more privacy-conscious experiences.

Rethinking data collection: Why less is more in a post-pandemic world

A more minimalist approach is now clearly the way to go. The more data collected, the greater the risk of data breaches. And users have shown a heightened preference not to share personal information when online. Case in point–research confirms that when users encounter a contact form, every additional entry field accounts for an incredible 25% decrease in conversion rate.

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Balancing security and usability

Making Two-Factor authentication less painful: Users will feel much more secure if their account-related and financial information is behind a wall of two-step authentication. This is made more user-friendly when identification proofing is integrated with initial logins

Rigorous-step CAPTCHAs can ruin the user experience. Finally, multi-step CAPTCHA security is increasingly obsolete. Minimizing the information ask, employing two-factor, bio-enabled authentication, and using TLS or SSL certificates in place of multi-step CAPTCHAs are steps development teams can take to update and further protect the post-pandemic user experience.

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How we assisted Pape-Dawson to launch its new website https://owdt.com/news/how-we-assisted-pape-dawson-to-launch-its-new-website/ Fri, 15 May 2020 17:38:16 +0000 https://owdtnewstg.wpengine.com/?p=23731 A brief overview of our web design and SEO services collaboration with Pape Dawson.

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Pape-Dawson, a leading engineering and surveying firm, recently commissioned us to develop its new website with the assistance of Giles Design Bureau. The website was designed (by Giles Design Bureau) to improve the user experience and provide clients with easy access to important information about the company’s services and projects.

OWDT’s Strategic Web Design for Pape-Dawson

Launching the new website began with a thorough discovery phase, where the Pape-Dawson team outlined their website goals and objectives. They wanted to create a modern, user-friendly design that would make it easy for clients to find the needed information and showcase the company’s portfolio of projects.

The design team at Giles Design Bureau worked closely with Pape-Dawson to create a visually stunning and intuitive website. The new design features a clean and modern layout, showcasing the company’s services and projects. The website also includes a comprehensive search function, making it easy for users to find the information they need.

The development team at OWDT then began building the website using the latest web technologies, including HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript, using WordPress as the chosen CMS. The website was optimized for both desktop and mobile devices, ensuring that it looks great and works seamlessly on any device.

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The website was thoroughly tested to ensure that it was free of bugs and that the user experience was smooth and seamless. Our SEO team also worked closely with the Pape-Dawson marketing team to ensure that the website was optimized for search engines to help improve its visibility in search results.

The final step in the process was launching the website and making it live for the public. Pape-Dawson’s new website is now live, and the feedback has been overwhelmingly positive. The website has received praise for its clever design, intuitive navigation, and the wealth of information it provides to clients.

Providing SEO services for Pape-Dawson by OWDT

OWDT’s SEO team collaborated closely with Pape-Dawson’s marketing team to optimize the new website for search engines. This involved implementing various SEO strategies to improve the website’s visibility and ranking in search engine results pages (SERPs). The goal was to increase organic traffic to the website, helping Pape-Dawson attract more potential clients and grow their business. The specific SEO services used were not detailed, but they likely included keyword research and optimization, content optimization, technical SEO, and link building.

The new website’s impact

Overall, the launch of Pape-Dawson’s new website was a great success, thanks in part to the expertise and efforts of Giles Design Bureau. The new website is a valuable asset for the company and will no doubt help it attract new clients and showcase its capabilities in the field of engineering and surveying.

OWDT is a marketing and web design company that can assist you in maximizing the authority and reach of your brand. We excel at translating subtleties of our customers’ values and character with a demonstrated expertise record of increasing website visits and conversions.

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