Contact Details
Name: Ciaran
Tel: +353 (0)1 442 8642
Email: info@c-meonline.com
Website: http://www.c-meonline.com/
Address: Suite C22, Wicklow Enterprise Centre, The Murrough Wicklow Town
Second Office: London, London, UK
C-Me Online
80 Clients & Projects 40 Reviews
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Ireland's leading Web Design, SEO, marketing, hosting, logo design & corporate branding for SME's
Languages Spoken: English, Romanian, Spanish, Polish
Employees: 6-10 Established: 2010 Joined: 2010
Latest Work
Founded in 2010, C-Me Online specialise in website design (primarily) for the hospitality sector, incorporating cafes, bars, restaurants, clubs & hotels, providing a full turnkey solution including website design, hosting, corporate branding/logo design, photography & video production & marketing. Other clients include real estate, engineering, retail service, freight etc.
Industry Sectors
Food & Drink, Building & Construction, Consumer Services, Retail, Sports & Leisure, Entertainment, IT, Financial & Legal, Health & Beauty, Other, Automotive, Manufacturers & Engineers, Tourism & Travel, Not for profit / Charity, Educational, Professional ServicesTends to work with
Private Company, Small-Medium Enterprise (SME), Startup, Entrepreneur, Non-profit OrganisationGeneral location of clients:
Ireland, UK, Continental Europe, USAContent Management System:
We primarily use Joomla CMS, using either commercially available templates, modules, plugins etc., or design our own unique templates and customised modules, based upon a client's requirements. Additionally, we have designed our own in-house CMS incorporating HTML5, which provides us with the tools to design custom websites faster than using standard Open Source CMS toolsWe Recommend:
Accountant: File on Time LimitedLawyer: Sherry McCaffery Solicitors
Printer: VistaPrint
SEO expert: SEO Factory
Hosting company: Blacknight
Recent Projects
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Jason White Photography
http://www.jasonwhite.ie
Jason White is a Wicklow based Professional Wedding Photographer Read More -
Barracuda Steak & Seafood Restaurant
http://www.barracuda.ie
Barracuda Steak & Seafood Restaurant contracted C Me Online to design a website & provide SEO services, for their hugely popular restaurant in Bray, Co. Wicklow. The resulting website is fully responsive, and cross browser compliant. Additional services provided include website hosting, SEO and o... Read More -
The Chip Van
http://thechipvan.ie/
The Chip Van is Ireland’s premier catering van service provider, specialising in Party Catering, 18th and 21st Party Catering, Birthday Party Catering, House Party Catering, Wedding Afters (' Midnight Feast '), Festival Catering, Event Catering, Corporate Catering and School / Sports Club Catering... Read More
Recent Reviews
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Reviewed on 30 Aug, 2013
After searching through many different web designers I finally decided on C-Me Online and have been impressed ever since! I have had nothing but exceptional service and friendly people willing to meet any needs that you have.
I... Read More
Ahren Lutz
— Motivation X Inc -
Reviewed on 27 May, 2013
They say you get what you pay for, but that's not always the case as sometimes you get more, a lot more! My previous site was up for 3 years and I thought it was fine as no one ever passed comment on it, my new site is up just ove... Read More
Jason White
— www.thechipvan.ie -
Reviewed on 6 Mar, 2013
C Me Online re-designed our website from scratch, as our previous website and overall web presence was not very appealing.
Communication was excellent throughout the project design, and we are very happy with the finished proje... Read More
Donal MacMahon
— Rocket Pyrotechnics
Interview
Q : Describe your company in 5 words.
A : Innovative, creative, competitive, ethical, effective
Q : Where do you see your company in 10 years time?
A : I would hope that C-Me Online will be the principle web design and marketing company for the hospitality industry in Ireland & the UK. Additionally, I see that the company will diversify into other areas, utilizing emerging technologies.
Q : How was your company name chosen?
A : The company name was chosen by myself. My initials are C M, with my surname beginning with the letters ME........so, I thought "C-Me Online" was a quirky but effective name, whilst sounding like "See Me Online". Good, eh?
Articles
Successfully integrating Facebook with your website
How to successfully integrate your website with Facebook
Business Directory Websites
Sharing your domain name with Business Listing Websites doesn't always pay dividends.
Choosing a Domain Name
The Do's and Dont's of Choosing an Appropriate Domain Name
Bulk SMS Text Messaging
Bulk SMS Text Messaging is a highly effective form of promoting your retail or hospitality based business
Colour Theory - An Overview
An introduction to the use of colour schemes
Content before Contact!
Before embarking on getting a new website designed, put pen to paper, and write up a brief, before contacting a web design studio.
Things to consider when choosing a Web Design Company
Over the years, we have had many people coming through our office doors with tales of woe, in relation to their existing website. "The person who designed our website no longer does web design", or "The guy who designed our website has moved/emigrated/gone out of business". It is imperative to ensure that you, the customer, select your web designer carefully.
Jason White Photography
Jason White is a Wicklow based Professional Wedding Photographer
Technical specification
| Languages: | English |
|---|---|
| Project type: | Basic Content |
| Organisation category: | Entrepreneur |
| Industry: | Consumer Services |
| Content managed (CMS): | Yes |
| CMS Description: | Joomla 3.x with custom designed responsive template |
| Online Payment System: | N/A |
| Size of project team: | 1 |
| Technologies used: | XML, (X)HTML, mySQL |
| Completion date: | July 2013 |
Services provided
Online Marketing, Hosting, Content and Copy, Search Engine Optimisation (SEO), Design, Branding, Social Media
Barracuda Steak & Seafood Restaurant
Barracuda Steak & Seafood Restaurant contracted C Me Online to design a website & provide SEO services, for their hugely popular restaurant in Bray, Co. Wicklow. The resulting website is fully responsive, and cross browser compliant. Additional services provided include website hosting, SEO and online marketing
Technical specification
| Languages: | English |
|---|---|
| Project type: | Content Managed |
| Organisation category: | SME |
| Industry: | Food & Drink |
| Content managed (CMS): | Yes |
| CMS Description: | Joomla 2.5, custom template & module design |
| Online Payment System: | To follow |
| Size of project team: | 1 |
| Technologies used: | (X)HTML, CSS, JavaScript, mySQL, PHP |
| Completion date: | May 2013 |
Services provided
Design, Hosting, Mobile application development , Online Marketing, Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
The Chip Van
The Chip Van is Ireland’s premier catering van service provider, specialising in Party Catering, 18th and 21st Party Catering, Birthday Party Catering, House Party Catering, Wedding Afters (' Midnight Feast '), Festival Catering, Event Catering, Corporate Catering and School / Sports Club Catering.
Technical specification
| Languages: | English |
|---|---|
| Project type: | Content Managed |
| Organisation category: | SME |
| Industry: | Food & Drink |
| Content managed (CMS): | Yes |
| CMS Description: | This site was designed using a custom designed "one page", fully responsive template, on a Joomla platform |
| Online Payment System: | N/A |
| Size of project team: | 1 |
| Technologies used: | JavaScript, XML, CSS, mySQL |
| Completion date: | April 2013 |
Services provided
Hosting, Content and Copy, Development, Search Engine Optimisation (SEO), Design, Mobile application development
Clients Review
27 May 2013
Reviewed by Jason White
— www.thechipvan.ie
They say you get what you pay for, but that's not always the case as sometimes you get more, a lot more! My previous site was up for 3 years and I thought it was fine as no one ever passed comment on it, my new site is up just over a month and I've had 4-5 customers say how it's 'cool' and 'professional' and 'easy to use', so I'm thinking maybe my old site wasn't that great after all!
C-Me Online comments:
Many thanks Jason - We are delighted that your new website is getting positive comments!
Abbey Dental Care
Abbey Dental Care is a new dental practice set up in Navan, Co. Meath, Ireland. The 2 partners in this practice contacted C Me Online to design a fresh, fully responsive website for the new dental practice, and perform SEO services
Technical specification
| Languages: | English |
|---|---|
| Project type: | Content Managed |
| Organisation category: | SME |
| Industry: | Health & Beauty |
| Content managed (CMS): | Yes |
| CMS Description: | Joomla CMS, fully responsive template designed specifically for this project |
| Online Payment System: | N/A |
| Size of project team: | 1 |
| Technologies used: | PHP, JavaScript, XML, (X)HTML, CSS, mySQL |
| Completion date: | January 2013 |
Services provided
Online Marketing, Hosting, Content and Copy, Development, Search Engine Optimisation (SEO), Design, Social Media, Mobile application development
The Prince of Teck
In the hustle and bustle of the Earl's Court Road Prince of Teck is a pub serving great quality fresh food. Set over two floors Prince of Teck is a perfect place for a quick lunch an afternoon session or an intimate dinner or a party. The owners of this popular London pub contacted C Me Online to re design their website and manage their online marketing.
Technical specification
| Languages: | English |
|---|---|
| Project type: | Content Managed |
| Organisation category: | SME |
| Industry: | Food & Drink |
| Content managed (CMS): | Yes |
| CMS Description: | Joomla, custom designed template |
| Online Payment System: | N/A |
| Size of project team: | 1 |
| Technologies used: | PHP, JavaScript, XML, (X)HTML, CSS, mySQL |
| Completion date: | November 2012 |
Services provided
Online Marketing, Hosting, Development, Search Engine Optimisation (SEO), Design, Mobile application development
Seabourn Chic
Seabourn Chic design and produce their own collections of interiors, fashion accessories and gifts from their Wicklow based showroom. A fully responsive template was designed for this eCommerce based website. Full website admin, support & SEO, as well as video editi.ng services were also provided
Technical specification
| Languages: | English |
|---|---|
| Project type: | E-commerce |
| Organisation category: | SME |
| Industry: | Retail |
| Content managed (CMS): | Yes |
| CMS Description: | Joomla 2.5, customised responsive template, VirtueMart2 for eCommerce |
| Online Payment System: | Yes, via PayPal |
| Size of project team: | 2 |
| Technologies used: | PHP, JavaScript, (X)HTML, CSS, mySQL |
| Completion date: | October 2012 |
Services provided
Online Marketing, Hosting, Content and Copy, Development, Search Engine Optimisation (SEO), Design, Social Media, Mobile application development
Clients Review
7 February 2013
Reviewed by Daniel Koenig
— Seabourn Chic Furnishings
Great working with C-Me Online; they listened, designed our site on time and the way we were hoping it would turn out. Great result and good customer service at an affordable price. Nice also that the support did not just stop when the site was finished and paid for. Can only recommend C-Me Online to anyone looking for a hassle free web design experience. Thank you.
C-Me Online comments:
Many thanks Daniel!
Costa Systems Limited
Costa Systems is a leading provider of EPOS solutions to the hospitality industry in Ireland. The owners, unhappy with their previous website and web design provider, approached C Me Online for a full re-design and provision of SEO services. A customised template offering full responsiveness was provided.
Technical specification
| Languages: | English |
|---|---|
| Project type: | Content Managed |
| Organisation category: | SME |
| Industry: | IT |
| Content managed (CMS): | Yes |
| CMS Description: | Joomla 2.5, customised template, fully responsive |
| Online Payment System: | N/A |
| Size of project team: | 2 |
| Technologies used: | PHP, JavaScript, XML, (X)HTML, CSS, mySQL |
| Completion date: | September 2012 |
Services provided
Online Marketing, Hosting, Search Engine Optimisation (SEO), Design, Mobile application development
Clients Review
6 March 2013
Reviewed by Cornie McGinley
— Costa Systems
We needed a new website for our EPOS business and approached C ME ONLINE, having seen some of their previous work they completed for a client of ours. The guys at C ME ONLINE designed a responsive website, that is both easy to navigate and administer, and ticks all of the boxes. We would thoroughly recommend C ME ONLINE
SchraubenDoktor
SchraubenDoktor is a patented German product, designed to eliminate the problem of removing difficult/broken/damaged screws, bolts etc. The business owners approached C Me Online to design an eye catching, fully responsive, eCommerce website for the product. As well as multi lingual web design, video editing and production services were also provided.
Technical specification
| Languages: | German, English |
|---|---|
| Project type: | E-commerce |
| Organisation category: | SME |
| Industry: | Manufacturers & Engineers |
| Content managed (CMS): | Yes |
| CMS Description: | Joomla V2.5 CMS, fully custom designed template, with custom VirtueMart integration |
| Online Payment System: | Yes, PayPal |
| Size of project team: | 1 |
| Technologies used: | PHP, JavaScript, (X)HTML, CSS, mySQL |
| Completion date: | August 2012 |
Services provided
Online Marketing, Hosting, Development, Search Engine Optimisation (SEO), Design, Branding, Social Media, Mobile application development
Novero.ie
Novero International GmbH is represented in Ireland by Ashfield Communications. Their portfolio is comprised of both Bluetooth connectivity multimedia systems and telematic solutions for the automotive industry as well as consumer electronics, including stylish Bluetooth headsets, multimedia glasses as well as ground breaking jewelry inspired communication devices.
Technical specification
| Languages: | English |
|---|---|
| Project type: | E-commerce |
| Organisation category: | SME |
| Industry: | Retail |
| Content managed (CMS): | Yes |
| CMS Description: | Joomla 2.5 fully custom designed "responsive" template (multi browser and multi device compliant), eCommerce via VM2 |
| Online Payment System: | via PayPal |
| Size of project team: | 1 |
| Technologies used: | PHP, XML, (X)HTML, CSS, mySQL |
| Completion date: | July 2012 |
Services provided
Online Marketing, Hosting, Content and Copy, Search Engine Optimisation (SEO), Design, Mobile application development
Brennan Memorials
A local headstone, memorial and stonemason's business employed C ME ONLINE to design a brochure style website, to showcase their wide selection of granite and marble headstones, boulders, grave accessories and other services provided. Web Design, SEO and hosting services were also provided.
Technical specification
| Languages: | English |
|---|---|
| Project type: | Content Managed |
| Organisation category: | SME |
| Industry: | Consumer Services |
| Content managed (CMS): | Yes |
| CMS Description: | Joomla 2.5, customised template |
| Online Payment System: | n/a |
| Size of project team: | 1 |
| Technologies used: | PHP, JavaScript, XML, (X)HTML, CSS, mySQL |
| Completion date: | July 2012 |
Services provided
Hosting, Search Engine Optimisation (SEO), Design, Branding
Average Ratings
Client Reviews
30 August 2013
Reviewed by Ahren Lutz
— Motivation X Inc
After searching through many different web designers I finally decided on C-Me Online and have been impressed ever since! I have had nothing but exceptional service and friendly people willing to meet any needs that you have.
I highly recommend C-Me Online to anyone looking for an excellent professional web designer. They also are very affordable. Great prices and value.
C-Me Online comments:
Many Thanks Ahren, for your review and recommendation.
It is a pleasure working with Motivation X, and hopefully at some time in the future, we may eventually meet face to face, the next time I'm over in the USA!
Motivation-X
Motivation X, a New York/Pennsylvania based motivational speaking business, approached C Me Online to design a brochure style website for the business, as well as an animated logo for their homepage.
Technical specification
| Languages: | English |
|---|---|
| Project type: | Content Managed |
| Organisation category: | Startup |
| Industry: | Educational |
| Content managed (CMS): | Yes |
| CMS Description: | Joomla 2.5, customized template design |
| Online Payment System: | to follow.... |
| Size of project team: | 1 |
| Technologies used: | CSS, mySQL, PHP, XML |
| Completion date: | March 2012 |
Services provided
Design, Development, Online Marketing, Search Engine Optimisation (SEO), Social Media
27 May 2013
Reviewed by Jason White
— www.thechipvan.ie
They say you get what you pay for, but that's not always the case as sometimes you get more, a lot more! My previous site was up for 3 years and I thought it was fine as no one ever passed comment on it, my new site is up just over a month and I've had 4-5 customers say how it's 'cool' and 'professional' and 'easy to use', so I'm thinking maybe my old site wasn't that great after all!
C-Me Online comments:
Many thanks Jason - We are delighted that your new website is getting positive comments!
The Chip Van
The Chip Van is Ireland’s premier catering van service provider, specialising in Party Catering, 18th and 21st Party Catering, Birthday Party Catering, House Party Catering, Wedding Afters (' Midnight Feast '), Festival Catering, Event Catering, Corporate Catering and School / Sports Club Catering.
Technical specification
| Languages: | English |
|---|---|
| Project type: | Content Managed |
| Organisation category: | SME |
| Industry: | Food & Drink |
| Content managed (CMS): | Yes |
| CMS Description: | This site was designed using a custom designed "one page", fully responsive template, on a Joomla platform |
| Online Payment System: | N/A |
| Size of project team: | 1 |
| Technologies used: | JavaScript, XML, CSS, mySQL |
| Completion date: | April 2013 |
Services provided
Hosting, Content and Copy, Development, Search Engine Optimisation (SEO), Design, Mobile application development
6 March 2013
Reviewed by Donal MacMahon
— Rocket Pyrotechnics
C Me Online re-designed our website from scratch, as our previous website and overall web presence was not very appealing.
Communication was excellent throughout the project design, and we are very happy with the finished project.
The guys at C Me Online made proactive suggestions and helped us achieve our goal. Donal Mac Mahon.
C-Me Online comments:
Many thanks Donal - your website was a pleasure to design.
Rocket Pyrotechnics Ireland
An award winning fireworks display company, Rocket Pyrotechnics needed a new website to showcase their services, and approached C ME ONLINE to carry out this task. A customised template was used. Full SEO, ongoing website maintenance & support & web hosting services are also provided.
Technical specification
| Languages: | English |
|---|---|
| Project type: | Content Managed |
| Organisation category: | SME |
| Industry: | Entertainment |
| Content managed (CMS): | Yes |
| CMS Description: | Joomla v2.5.5, customised template, HTML5 |
| Online Payment System: | n/a |
| Size of project team: | 1 |
| Technologies used: | PHP, XML, (X)HTML, CSS, mySQL |
| Completion date: | May 2012 |
Services provided
Online Marketing, Hosting, Content and Copy, Search Engine Optimisation (SEO), Design, Branding
6 March 2013
Reviewed by Cornie McGinley
— Costa Systems
We needed a new website for our EPOS business and approached C ME ONLINE, having seen some of their previous work they completed for a client of ours. The guys at C ME ONLINE designed a responsive website, that is both easy to navigate and administer, and ticks all of the boxes. We would thoroughly recommend C ME ONLINE
Costa Systems Limited
Costa Systems is a leading provider of EPOS solutions to the hospitality industry in Ireland. The owners, unhappy with their previous website and web design provider, approached C Me Online for a full re-design and provision of SEO services. A customised template offering full responsiveness was provided.
Technical specification
| Languages: | English |
|---|---|
| Project type: | Content Managed |
| Organisation category: | SME |
| Industry: | IT |
| Content managed (CMS): | Yes |
| CMS Description: | Joomla 2.5, customised template, fully responsive |
| Online Payment System: | N/A |
| Size of project team: | 2 |
| Technologies used: | PHP, JavaScript, XML, (X)HTML, CSS, mySQL |
| Completion date: | September 2012 |
Services provided
Online Marketing, Hosting, Search Engine Optimisation (SEO), Design, Mobile application development
9 February 2013
Reviewed by Laura Chiavini
— Campo De' Fiori Restaurant & Wine Bar and Risto-Market
We are so happy we came across C-MeOnline! Our website needed to be improved; they not only built a new, very professional and easy to browse website, but also helped us creating a new logo and a new image to the all business. Their action is always very prompt and they often come up with very original ideas.
C-Me Online comments:
Many thanks Laura - it is a pleasure working with Campo De' Fiori, and we will alsways work hard to provide you with the best service available!
Campo De' Fiori
Campo De' Fiori is a multi-award winning Italian restaurant, wine bar & risto-market, located in Bray, Co. Wicklow, Ireland. The owners required a stronger online presence, and following a detailed tendering process, chose C-Me Online to provide its web design and logo design services. A customised template was designed, to closely mimic the restaurant interior, ensuring a realistic browsing experience.
Technical specification
| Languages: | English, Italian |
|---|---|
| Project type: | Content Managed |
| Organisation category: | Private Company |
| Industry: | Food & Drink |
| Content managed (CMS): | Yes |
| CMS Description: | Joomla 2.5, customised template design, PayPal integration |
| Online Payment System: | via PayPal |
| Size of project team: | 1 |
| Technologies used: | CSS, Flash, Java, mySQL, PHP, XML |
| Completion date: | March 2012 |
Services provided
Branding, Content and Copy, Design, Development, Hosting, Online Marketing, Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
7 February 2013
Reviewed by Daniel Koenig
— Seabourn Chic Furnishings
Great working with C-Me Online; they listened, designed our site on time and the way we were hoping it would turn out. Great result and good customer service at an affordable price. Nice also that the support did not just stop when the site was finished and paid for. Can only recommend C-Me Online to anyone looking for a hassle free web design experience. Thank you.
C-Me Online comments:
Many thanks Daniel!
Seabourn Chic
Seabourn Chic design and produce their own collections of interiors, fashion accessories and gifts from their Wicklow based showroom. A fully responsive template was designed for this eCommerce based website. Full website admin, support & SEO, as well as video editi.ng services were also provided
Technical specification
| Languages: | English |
|---|---|
| Project type: | Content Managed |
| Organisation category: | SME |
| Industry: | Retail |
| Content managed (CMS): | Yes |
| CMS Description: | Joomla 2.5, customised responsive template, VirtueMart2 for eCommerce |
| Online Payment System: | Yes, via PayPal |
| Size of project team: | 2 |
| Technologies used: | PHP, JavaScript, (X)HTML, CSS, mySQL |
| Completion date: | October 2012 |
Services provided
Online Marketing, Hosting, Content and Copy, Development, Search Engine Optimisation (SEO), Design, Social Media, Mobile application development
24 September 2012
Reviewed by Bernard Jones
— Cloud Accounting Limited
C Me Online was recommended to us by a business client and we found them to be very helpful and competent. They delivered on-time, on budget and the web site was fully functional as per our instructions. They also assisted in the design of our company logo and provided all copies that were needed for various tasks thereafter, stationary etc. I have since recommended them to many of our colleagues and clients.
C-Me Online comments:
Many Thanks!
Cloud Accounting
Cloud Accounting offers SME's secure, online, cloud based accounting solutions. Based in Co. Wicklow, the company contracted C Me Online to design a website for the business. As well as web design, C Me Online also provided logo design/branding & SEO services
Technical specification
| Languages: | English |
|---|---|
| Project type: | Content Managed |
| Organisation category: | SME |
| Industry: | Professional Services |
| Content managed (CMS): | Yes |
| CMS Description: | Joomla 2.5, customised template design, custom designed components |
| Online Payment System: | N/A |
| Size of project team: | 1 |
| Technologies used: | PHP, Java, CSS, mySQL |
| Completion date: | June 2012 |
Services provided
Online Marketing, Hosting, Development, Search Engine Optimisation (SEO), Branding, Mobile application development
7 September 2012
http://www.brennanmemorials.com
Reviewed by Tony Brennan
— Brennan Memorials & Brennan Woulahan Funeral Director's
We approached C-Me Online to design and build two websites for our family business and they provided us with a first class service at a very reasonable price. C-Me Online guided and advised us on all aspects of the process and were professional and efficient in their work.
If you are looking for a company to design and build your website I have no hesitation in recommending C-Me Online.
C-Me Online comments:
Many thanks Tony
Brennan Woulahan Funeral Directors
A local Funeral Directors with no web presence, employed C ME ONLINE to design an easy to navigate, brochure style website for their business. As well as web design, C ME provided logo design, hosting & SEO services
Technical specification
| Languages: | English |
|---|---|
| Project type: | Content Managed |
| Organisation category: | SME |
| Industry: | Consumer Services |
| Content managed (CMS): | Yes |
| CMS Description: | Joomla 2.5, customised template |
| Online Payment System: | n/a |
| Size of project team: | 1 |
| Technologies used: | PHP, XML, (X)HTML, CSS, mySQL |
| Completion date: | June 2012 |
Services provided
Online Marketing, Hosting, Search Engine Optimisation (SEO), Design, Branding
3 March 2012
Reviewed by Maire Scullion
— Till Rolls Direct
We were looking for an e-commerce website to sell our till rolls and credit card rolls.
C-Me Online worked closely with us throughout the design, with efficiency and attention to detail. Their advice was very useful in helping us to formulate and fulfil our requirements. We would have no hesitation in recommending them to any other company looking for a good quality website at a reasonable cost.
Maire, Brendan and Joe Scullion
Till Rolls Direct
www.roll.ie
C-Me Online comments:
Many thanks Maire. It is a pleasure doing business with your company!
Till Rolls Direct
Till Rolls Direct is a family run supplier of paper rolls for credit card terminals, cash registers and till systems. Having identified the need to have an online shop, the business owners contacted C Me Online to build them an eye catching Online Store.
Technical specification
| Languages: | English |
|---|---|
| Project type: | Content Managed |
| Organisation category: | SME |
| Industry: | Retail |
| Content managed (CMS): | Yes |
| CMS Description: | Inhouse CMS |
| Online Payment System: | VirtueMart with PayPal Integration |
| Size of project team: | 1 |
| Technologies used: | (X)HTML, CSS, Flash, Java, mySQL, PHP, XML |
| Completion date: | December 2011 |
Services provided
Branding, Design, Development, Hosting, Online Marketing, Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
11 February 2012
http://www.mountkennedyinn.com
Reviewed by J Kirwan
— Mountkennedy Inn
We approached C Me Online to design a website for our bar/restaurant, as we had been advised by another customer of theirs to speak to them. We were glad we did!
They designed a very eye catching logo for us, as we didn't have a graphical "identity" for the bar/restaurant. We discussed various ideas, and were led by the team of designers that advised us on colour scheme, layout and ideas on content.
This was a very easy process, and the finished website far exceeded our original expectations. We are very happy with the website, especially with the inclusion of the online calendar, that we use and manage ourselves to highlight live music events.
We would have no hesitation in recommending C Me Online.
The Mountkennedy Inn
The Mountkennedy Inn is a busy bar & restaurant, located in Newtownmountkennedy, Co. Wicklow. The owners contacted C Me Online, looking for a new website to market the venue. Additionally, C Me Online designed a logo for the business. Other services provided include web hosting, online marketing, SEO and ongoing website maintenance and support.
Technical specification
| Languages: | English |
|---|---|
| Project type: | Content Managed |
| Organisation category: | SME |
| Industry: | Food & Drink |
| Content managed (CMS): | Yes |
| CMS Description: | Custom designed template, CSS/PHP on Joomla 1.7 |
| Online Payment System: | N/A |
| Size of project team: | 1 |
| Technologies used: | (X)HTML, .NET, CSS, Flash, mySQL, PHP, XML |
| Completion date: | November 2011 |
Services provided
Branding, Content and Copy, Design, Development, Hosting, Mobile application development , Online Marketing, Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
Adrian Tudorache
Product Design Manager/Web Architect
Adrian began his IT career in 2004. He specialises in the following technologies: PHP/MySQL, HTML/CSS, JavaScript (Jquery), frameworks (Joomla, Wordpress, CakePHP), C++.
Adrian also manages a small team of specialist contractors for C Me Online.
C. Meagher
Video Editor/Motion Designer
Hailing from Sacramento, California, Caegan Meagher is a motion designer, video editor, photographer and all-around ‘media junkie’.
He holds a Bachelor's of Science in Film from Full Sail University and has a broad knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite Series.
He is always interested in exploring new visual realms.
Caegan manages photographic, specialist video and animation projects for our clients
caegan@c-meonline.com
Ciaran. B. Meagher
CEO/Principle Web Architect
Ciaran began his career 26 years ago as a software developer, and worked for a range of organisations in Ireland & the UK, before going freelance in 1988. Over the next 5 years, he designed and developed commercial software applications for both government and private enterprises, including Microsoft, Pacific Aviation Support, Guinness Peat Aviation and Maidenform International.
In 1993, he founded Icon Software, a Dublin based software and services provider, supplying and supporting an advanced Cinema and Theatre Ticketing system, FilmStar. In 1997, he founded iControl Hospitality, having developed an Electronic Point of Sale (EPOS) System for the hospitality industry, incorporating restaurants, bars, hotels and clubs. Having established a client base in Ireland, iControl opened its first UK office in 2000. In 2003, iControl opened its London office, and now has established a client base throughout Europe. iControl Hospitality is a market leader in the provision of EPOS solutions to the Hospitality Industry.
Ciaran is the principle web architect for C-Me Online as well as managing sales and marketing.
ciaran@c-meonline.com
J. Pearcey
Hosting Specialist & Special Projects Manager
John manages all our client’s web Hosting and email requirements, ensuring our secure web servers operate 24/7/365, via his company, Netcore. In addition to this, John is a software architect, specialising in bespoke software applications for our clients, using Java, all web technologies, including GWT.
Born in Southampton in the UK, John has a degree in Mathematical Physics, as well as being an accomplished pianist, having studied at the Trinity College of Music, London and subsequently toured Europe with the Southampton Youth Orchestra.
He was appointed CTO as part of a management buyout of All In Poker before forming Netcore.
john@c-meonline.com
M. Keeshan
Internet Card Payment Specialist
Michael specialises in Internet Card Payment Systems and Web Based Database Applications.
He has many years experience working with the card payments industry, having worked for Valista & euroConex. He was CTO of WorldNet TPS and is a Director of mylocalshop.ie
Michael manages all bespoke online payment systems for our clients, via his company, ArcticTree.
michael@c-meonline.com
Q: What's your name and position in the company?
A: Ciaran Barry Meagher, MD
Q: Describe your company in 5 words.
A: Innovative, creative, competitive, ethical, effective
Q: What's your business philosophy?
A: Listen and Learn. Always. One can never stop learning about people and business, and must have an open ear to absorb what people are saying. People who don't succeed in business usually share the same traits - they don't have a good business head, they are judgemental, lazy and closed-minded.
Q: Describe your office environment.
A: Relaxed & cosy. We usually have chillout, ambient music playing in the background, which the team find soothing whilst working on client projects! The offices are very tidy and organised, also!
Q: Describe how your team interact and work together.
A: Each member of our team is highly qualified and specialised in a particular area, be it graphic design, CMS development, marketing, sales etc. We have a daily meeting, our video conference call (as some of our team members travel a considerable amount). It has taken a while to ensure the different personalities gel well together.
Q: What makes you different from other web design companies?
A: We are highly motivated, which is something many web design companies lack. We have a flair for online marketing and branding, and this results in highly effective, visually appealing websites. Additionally, our principal speciality is in web design and marketing for the Hospitality Industry (restaurants, bars, pubs, clubs, hotels, etc.). This speciality gives us focus.
Q: How do you get the majority of your business?
A: Initially, when starting out, it was predominantly cold-calling, but as time has progressed, we receive most of our new clients via word of mouth, or other referrals from existing clients. Our main speciality is Web Design for the Hospitality Industry, and our USP's are based around our in-depth knowledge of this industry.
Q: Describe how you manage projects from the initial client contact to completion and handover.
A: a) Initial Meeting - discussion of requirements, features etc.
b) Scope Document - effectively an agreement of core functionality and features, as previously discussed
c) Offline Proof of Concept website - further discussions and tweaking usually takes place
d) Launch - formal or informal launch of the website
e) SEO Commencement
f) On going meetings for maintenance, further development etc.
Q: What do you think is the most crucial element of creating a good client relationship?
A: By listening and by being honest in terms of deliverables. If these 2 areas are dealt with effectively, excellent client relationships will ensue.
Q: How do you manage demanding clients?
A: By listening, and not being dictated to.......demanding clients usually are unsure of exactly what they want in terms of a final product, and may need to be 'steered' gently in a particular direction.
Q: 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?
A: I would recommend to any potential client, to examine the following criteria of their shortlist of web design companies:
1) Personalities - strategic and long term business relationships need to be based on good working personalities
2) Previous work/portfolio - if the potential client doesn't feel fully enamoured by a web designers existing portfolio, than go elsewhere
3) Marketing ability - web design is merely one skill set required - marketing is the next, and probably, the most important
Q: Where do you see your company in 10 years time?
A: I would hope that C-Me Online will be the principle web design and marketing company for the hospitality industry in Ireland & the UK. Additionally, I see that the company will diversify into other areas, utilizing emerging technologies.
Q: Where do you see the web design industry in the future?
A: I see the tools for web design improving and becoming dramatically more powerful over the coming years, resulting in more powerful web products. I hope that CMS based tools will improve and encompass more flexible features for web development, as well as website design.
Q: What computers do you have use in your offices, PCs or Macs?
A: Both PC and Mac
Q: How was your company name chosen?
A: The company name was chosen by myself. My initials are C M, with my surname beginning with the letters ME........so, I thought "C-Me Online" was a quirky but effective name, whilst sounding like "See Me Online". Good, eh?
Q: If you were to give your clients one tip on how to get the most from their website what would it be?
A: Our advice to our clients is to ensure they keep their website up to date, and maintain it on a regular basis. If they do not have the time or resources to achieve this, we can provide this service to them, for a nominal additional fee.














