That’s a good question. Yes, launching a website does require an initial outlay of cash, as well as some room in the budget for ongoing maintenance. But it’s one of the least expensive forms of advertising, and shows the general public that you are modern, organized, and ready for business.
What are the advantages of being online?
Most modern businesses or organizations have an online presence. Chances are, your competition does. The bottom line is that you need to be online so people can find you, because people are using their smart phones or computers these days – instead of telephone books – to find what they need online.
Why do you have to refresh your page?
When you search the Internet and view websites, your computer must allow the pages to load on your computer screen. That can take some time, especially if the websites you are viewing have a lot of images or graphics. As a convenience, your computer will cache those pages in its memory for a short time, so…
South Okanagan Website Traffic
Hopefully by now you have realized that a website is a “must have” for your business or organization. Many people turn to Google instead of a phone book these days, and if you want to be found online, you actually need to be online. But after your site is up and running, it’s time to…
Merlin’s Laundromat
Under control: Using wind machines to battle winter frost
From the archives: Originally printed in 2010 Only about 40 per cent of farmers in the Okanagan and Similkameen valleys are using wind machines to help maximize their fruit production – and those who are, might not be using them as well as they could be. “Of all of them, I would say that 30…