Accent Web Design
Accent Web Design's team of professional web developers provides custom web applications and quality website development, design and optimization services to companies of all sizes and in all locations. Accent Web Design is based in Carman Manitoba.
Clients and Projects
Industry Sectors:
Public Sector, Food & Drink, Consumer Services, Media & Communication, Other, Professional Services, Retail
Tends to work with:
Public Sector, Private Companies, Non-profit Organisations, Startups, Corporations / Public Companies
General location of clients: canada
Latest Project
Pembina Valley Signs
Mobile Sign Rental Company located in the Pembina Valley Region of Manitoba. This company services the Carman, Sperling, Roland, Elm Creek and Miami areas. Rent by the day, month or year. 1-204-745-8628
What We Have Achieved
Latest Review
17 November 2009
Travis long at Boundary Trail Railway Company
Marilyn provided excellent service on a limited budget. She performed the work in a timely manner, and made sure we were aware of any potential delays ahead of time. She was able to discuss design options...
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Interview
WWDC:
Describe your company in 5 words.
Accent Web Design:
”Affordable professional website design specialists.”
WWDC:
Where do you see your company in 10 years time?
Accent Web Design:
”On a tropical island just serving one client at a time....”
WWDC:
How was your company name chosen?
Accent Web Design:
”I thought it was important to be placed at the top of the alphabetical Chamber of Commerce listings. ”
What We Do?
Technologies Used:
CSS, Flash, (X)HTML, Java, mySQL, , XML, JavaScript, .NET, ASP, , ColdFusion, J2ME, PERL/CGI, PHP, PostgreSQL, WAP / WML
CMS Used:
Company Overview
Languages Spoken:
English
No. of Employees: 1-5
Established: 1997
Joined WWDC: 2 April 2009
We Recommend
Pembina Valley Signs
- Development
Mobile Sign Rental Company located in the Pembina Valley Region of Manitoba. This company services the Carman, Sperling, Roland, Elm Creek and Miami areas. Rent by the day, month or year. 1-204-745-8628
Languages: English
Project type: E-commerce
Organisation category: Private Company
Industry: Media & Communication
Content managed (CMS): No
CMS Description: N/A
Online Payment System: N/A
Number of people who worked on this project: 1
Technologies used: J2ME, JavaScript
Completion date: October 2009 (on-going)
Magickal Marriages
- Hosting
- Online Marketing
- Development
Marriage Commissioner for the Province of Manitoba specializing in theme ceremonies.
Languages: English
Project type: Basic (Static)
Organisation category: Private Company
Industry: Professional Services
Content managed (CMS): No
CMS Description: N/A
Online Payment System: N/A
Number of people who worked on this project: 2
Technologies used: CSS, (X)HTML,
Completion date: September 2009 (on-going)
Klos Realty
- Hosting
Real Estate Brokers in Carman Manitoba
Languages: english
Project type:
Organisation category: Private Company
Industry: Professional Services
Content managed (CMS): No
CMS Description: N/A
Online Payment System: N/A
Number of people who worked on this project: 1
Technologies used: CSS, Flash, (X)HTML
Completion date: September 2009 (on-going)
Boundary Trail Railway Company
- Hosting
- Development
Mayfair Farms
- Hosting
- Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
- Development
Market Farm located in Portage la Prairie Manitoba. Mayfair Farms sells quality vegetables, strawberries and raspberries. Located on over 700 acres of the best agricultural land in the world.
Languages: English
Project type: Basic (Static)
Organisation category: Private Company
Industry: Food & Drink
Content managed (CMS): No
CMS Description: N/A
Online Payment System: N/A
Number of people who worked on this project: 2
Technologies used: (X)HTML, Java, JavaScript,
Completion date: July 2009
Carman Area Foundation
- Design
- Hosting
The Carman and Area Foundation is committed to connecting donors with opportunities to support causes they care about, as well as identifying and responding to the changing needs of our community. The Foundation is also dedicated to responsible stewardship of the funds entrusted to it, by donors from all walks of life.
Languages: english
Project type: Basic (Static)
Organisation category: Non-profit Organisation
Industry: Other
Content managed (CMS): No
CMS Description: N/A
Online Payment System: N/A
Number of people who worked on this project: 1
Technologies used: CSS, Flash, (X)HTML
Completion date: April 2009
Northland Machinery
- Branding
- Design
- Hosting
- Online Marketing
- Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
- Development
Distributors of recreational vehicles, golf carts, electric vehicles, skid loaders, industrial and commercial light vehicles.
Languages: N/A
Project type:
Organisation category: Corporation / Public Company
Industry: Retail
Content managed (CMS): No
CMS Description: N/A
Online Payment System: N/A
Number of people who worked on this project: 1
Technologies used: .NET, ASP, , ColdFusion, CSS, Flash, (X)HTML, J2ME, Java, JavaScript, PERL/CGI, PHP, PostgreSQL, WAP / WML, , XML
Completion date: February 2009 (on-going)
Art Farm
- Design
- Hosting
- Development
Imprinted Apparel and Team Wear, Custom Embroidery and Screen Printing - Uniforms, Caps, Jackets
Languages: English
Project type: E-commerce
Organisation category: Startup
Industry: Media & Communication
Content managed (CMS): No
CMS Description: N/A
Online Payment System: N/A
Number of people who worked on this project: 1
Technologies used: Flash, (X)HTML, Java,
Completion date: November 2008
Town of Carman
- Hosting
- Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
- Development
Carman, Manitoba town website
Languages: N/A
Project type: Community website
Organisation category: Public Sector
Industry: Public Sector
Content managed (CMS): No
CMS Description: N/A
Online Payment System: N/A
Number of people who worked on this project: 1
Technologies used: CSS, Flash, (X)HTML, Java, mySQL, , XML
Completion date: January 2008 (on-going)
Carman Chamber of Commerce
Chamber of Commerce for the Town of Carman, Manitoba Canada
Languages: English
Project type: Community website
Organisation category: Non-profit Organisation
Industry: Consumer Services
Content managed (CMS): No
CMS Description: N/A
Online Payment System: N/A
Number of people who worked on this project: 2
Technologies used: (X)HTML, JavaScript
Completion date: June 2006 (on-going)
Reviews
Marilyn provided excellent service on a limited budget. She performed the work in a timely manner, and made sure we were aware of any potential delays ahead of time. She was able to discuss design options with is without talking "above" us and using confusing terminology. We are pleased with the look and simplicity of our site and would use Accent again if the opportunity arises.
I found the whole process of the website design to be very smooth and professional. From the building of the header design (which I had very little input into but was very pleased with the outcome) to the fleshing out of the various pages, I found Marilyn to very open and coachable as to what I wanted, no matter how minute the change, and was very helpful with application suggestions and layout ideas. Everything that was discussed was very straightforward & easy to understand, and I would highly recommend this company.
We recently had a website created for us by Accent Web Design, and were very pleased with the work that was done. The designer grasped the nature of our organization very quickly and was able to reflect that in the design of the site. We previously had a site through a different host, and she was able to transfer the information quickly and accurately. Furthermore, ongoing service has been very good. Changes and additions are made quickly, we are always notified when changes are completed, and any issues that might arise are resolved immediately. We are finding the service to be both high quality and affordable.
I was quite pleased with your quick reply to my initial request for ideas and costs. Your continued patience while emailing back and forth and willingness to continually tweak the design to represent changes to our company is very much appreciated. The final results are excellent, timely, and final cost was as quoted.
Being in the graphics business, I was impressed with Accent's grasp of my vision. I have a few more business "irons" in the fire and would not go anywhere else for web representation. Well done.....
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WWDC:
What's your name and position in the company?
Accent Web Design:
”Marilyn Smith, President”
WWDC:
Describe your company in 5 words.
Accent Web Design:
”Affordable professional website design specialists.”
WWDC:
What's your business philosophy?
Accent Web Design:
”Do the best job you can possibly do and be honest to yourself and your clients.”
WWDC:
Describe your office environment.
Accent Web Design:
”My office environment is casual. I work from home. Long term plans are to someday relocate to a tropical island.”
WWDC:
Describe how your team interact and work together.
Accent Web Design:
”We telecommute - I've got a great team of specialists - on call.”
WWDC:
What makes you different from other web design companies?
Accent Web Design:
”I have experience in Communications therefore I totally get it that a website is more than just a yellow page advertisement.”
WWDC:
How do you get the majority of your business?
Accent Web Design:
”I get alot of my projects through word-of-mouth, friends and somebody that knows somebody that knows somebody. I don't use yellow-page advertising but google works great.”
WWDC:
Describe how you manage projects from the initial client contact to completion and handover.
Accent Web Design:
”One-on-one (remind me to not get too busy). I do, however, like to correspond with my clients through email. I need to have things written down.”
WWDC:
What do you think is the most crucial element of creating a good client relationship?
Accent Web Design:
”I have learned that the most important feature is to try to understand the client and find out what it is that they want out of their website. I try to learn as much as I can about their business.”
WWDC:
How do you manage demanding clients?
Accent Web Design:
”Although I can truthfully say I haven't had too many "demanding clients", this is the most difficult part of owning a business. Communication or the lack of communication are the main culprits and the reason why a project can get off track. ”
WWDC:
If a client was trying to decide between a shortlist of web design companies, how would you recommend they go about selecting the right one for them?
Accent Web Design:
”Take a look at the company and their past projects. Ask for references.”
WWDC:
Where do you see your company in 10 years time?
Accent Web Design:
”On a tropical island just serving one client at a time....”
WWDC:
Where do you see the web design industry in the future?
Accent Web Design:
”Clients will do more and more of their own web publishing as systems become easier. Every business needs a web presence so I think there is only one way this type of business will go and its UP!
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WWDC:
How was your company name chosen?
Accent Web Design:
”I thought it was important to be placed at the top of the alphabetical Chamber of Commerce listings. ”
WWDC:
If you were to give your clients one tip on how to get the most from their website what would it be?
Accent Web Design:
”First, pick an easy domain name and then market your website address - send it to friends, advertise it in other ways - anything to get your name out there. You can build it but that doesn't mean that THEY will come. It takes alot of work.”