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Mobilization Wish List

Posted on October 6, 2009 by brainsparkmedia | 4 Comments

BSM is currently working on 4 different mobile web site projects and find ourselves wondering why more web entities don’t have mobile site offerings, considering the number of users that are increasingly using mobile devices as their primary web browsing tool. Perhaps it’s user demographics or budgetary issues, but the reality is that it can be quite feasible to deliver mobile-friendly content. Following our internal discussion on this topic, we’ve asked ourselves a question and are curious how others would answer this, so here goes…

Of the many web sites you frequently utilize, which one do you most strongly wish was mobile-device friendly?

Responses so far range across the board and include banking sites, favorite take out dining joints, ski resorts and pediatrician offices. While the technology for mobile web sites is neither new nor overly complex on a basic level, we’ve seen a surge in client interest surrounding mobile devices as the technology rapidly evolves and our on-the-go world seems to be doing more while on-the-go.

We welcome and thank you in advance for your feedback.

PS – In an effort to drink our own Kool Aid, one of the 4 projects currently in progress is a mobile web site for BrainSparkMedia.com, coming soon to a mobile web browser near you. Cobbler’s kids…but it’s finally underway.

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Tagged .mobi, A-Basin, Arapahoe Basin, BrainSpark, BrainSpark Media, BSM, Denver web design and development, interactive agency, iPhone, m.dot, mobile devices, mobile technology, moble browsers, Social Media, Web 2.0, Web Sites, Web Technology

IMA Awards: BSM wins Best in Class for TopSchoolInc.com

Posted on August 28, 2009 by brainsparkmedia | Leave a comment

Interactive Media Awards have been announced; BrainSpark Media wins Best in Class for TopSchoolInc.com, in the Computer Software category. (Sweeeeeet!)

TopSchoolInc.com | 2009 IMA Awards, "Best in Class" | Computer Software Category

The Interactive Media Awards™ recognize the highest standards of excellence in website design and development and honor individuals and organizations for their outstanding achievement.

Created by the Interactive Media Council, Inc. (IMC), a nonprofit organization of leading web designers, developers, programmers, advertisers and other web-related professionals, the competition is designed to elevate the standards of excellence on the Internet and offer winners a boost in marketing and exposure. IMC serves as the primary sponsor and governing body of the Interactive Media Awards™, establishes the judging system and provides the judges for the competition.

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Tagged BrainSpark, BrainSpark Media, BSM, Denver web design and development, interactive agency, TopSchool, Web 2.0, Web Design, Web Design Award, Web Technology

10 Things You Might Care About

Posted on July 18, 2009 by George Gastis | Leave a comment

Anything more than 140 characters these days seems to compete with everything else going on. For this reason, we have a new approach. We’ll continue to share selective specifics on projects and other happenings under the hood at BSM, but in the spirit of the micro – blog we present 10 recent highlights of potential interest. Since we last met, in chrono order…

Clothes to Kids of Denver: BSM will be providing pro bono social media consulting and supporting services for our friends at CTK of Denver. A fairly new entity, they’re doing great things in the Denver community. Check them out at www.clothestokidsdenver.org. This may be the inspiration to clean out your closet or storage area and donate some “gently used” clothing to a good cause. Stop kidding yourself, those jeans will never fit you again.
The Thriller’s Gone: perhaps you’ve heard, but since our last update we lost the king of pop. While the passing of MJ and the details surrounding his lifestyle are more sad with each report that surfaces, is this really all that shocking given what we’ve come to learn about his world? Nonetheless, the world was moved by this man and we take a moment of silence and throw down this tribute to an incredible talent, like him or not.
MHS Conference 2009: BSM recently completed the annual round of enhancements and redeployed this year’s conference registration system for McKesson Health Solutions. Registration is now underway.
RIP, Charlie’s Finest Angel: while the media moon walked right past this story on the same day Jacko died, we want to note that young men who grew up in the 70′s will never be the same. I’m fairly certain I still have my red swimsuit poster tucked away somewhere in storage. Need to find that, but if not, it’s selling like crazy in re-print now.
Mobile Envy: Erin got an iPhone but I only upgraded my Blackberry. At least I have a camera now…
Speaking of Cameras: BSM is pleased to reunite with PENTAX Imaging for a multi-part packaging design project for 3 new Gameseeker scope products. First layout shipped to printer this week in fact, and two more kick off next week.
Home Field Advantage: once again, the AL defeated the NL in the 2009 MLB All-Star Game. The Cleveland Indians continue to break my heart. Sigh…
Where IT’s At: BrainSpark has partnered with IT experts, Syn Ack Fin, to provide network upgrades and ongoing support services for BSM HQ. These cats know their stuff and help us sleep better at night.
World Sign Associates: BSM is pleased to kick off a new project for WSA, to design and construct a micro-site for sales promotion focused on membership benefits. Coming soon to a browser near you.
And That’s The Way It Is: Sadly, these things do seem to happen in 3′s. Just today we learned that news legend Walter Cronkite passed away at the age of 93. At least we still have Katie Couric.

In retrospect, the new approach did not make this easier afterall. Until next time, good to catch up.

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Tagged BlackBerry, BrainSpark, BrainSpark Media, BSM, Current Events, Denver web design and development, Farrah Fawcett, interactive agency, iPhone, Michael Jackson, PCI, security, Social Media, Walter Cronkite, Web 2.0, Web Design Award

BSM Unveils New Corporate Branding and Web Site for TopSchool

Posted on June 15, 2009 by brainsparkmedia | Leave a comment

Hot off the traditional and virtual presses, BrainSpark team rolls out new image for TopSchool, Inc., the first SaaS (Software as a Service) provider of administrative technology solutions optimized for small to mid-size higher education institutions.

TopSchool, Inc.

TopSchool’s corporate re-branding consisted of project strategy and management, new logo, identity and collateral marketing materials, messaging, information architecture and content redevelopment for both print and online brand components. The centerpiece of the project and final component recently completed was a full redesign of the company’s web presence that included a Content Management System (CMS) built on ASP.NET technology.

> Visit TopSchoolInc.com

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Tagged BrainSpark, Denver web design and development, interactive agency, SaaS, SIS, SLM, Social Media, Student Lifecycle Management, TopSchool, Web 2.0, Web Design, Web Sites, Web Technology

Happy 3rd Birthday BrainSpark! (or is it Anniversary?)

Posted on September 23, 2008 by George Gastis | 2 Comments

BrainSpark Media proudly celebrates three years on September 23, 2008. We’ve come a long way since our humble beginnings working out of two basements in south Denver. Still grounded, still lean and mean, we are grateful to all those who’ve helped us reach this milestone. Of particular note, we thank our staff, families, clients and partners. Without their hard work, dedication and support I don’t know where we’d be…in fact I don’t even want to think about what that might look like.

This milestone and celebration is timely considering other notable happenings this month for little ol’ BSM. Stay tuned for party information to come later this week. Many thanks and we look forward to the next three years.

-George and Wes