From Zero to 17K+ Daily Impressions: All Square Lighting's Journey to SEO Triumph

All Square Lighting is a company that specialises in high-end lighting fixtures for commercial and residential properties. Their products are well-crafted, focusing on energy efficiency and elegant design. Despite their high-quality products, they needed in-depth SEO integration to improve their online presence after switching to a new website. Their organic traffic went from a healthy amount to barely anything. Being a long standing client of UNBXD, this is when they approached us to assist them with their SEO strategy.

Marketing, Web DesignWilliam NivenMarch 10, 2023Success Story, Case Study, Mark, SEO, E-CommerceComment

A Year of Digital Transformation: How 2020 Changed E-commerce

If you are anything like us you are beginning to wind down for the year, and think about the monumental changes we have seen in 2020.

While all aspects of life have been disrupted, we thought it would be interesting to go through some of the short and long term changes in the digital space that will be with us for the future. Most of these changes have been seen as inevitable for a long time, but there is no denying factors in 2020 have accelerated trends to where they are today.

EditorialWilliam NivenDecember 22, 2020E-Commerce, Marketing

The DreamBags Club: I want it, I rent it, I got it.

We’re immensely proud to announce the launch of one of our latest projects for ‘The DreamBags Club’! They are the first and only club in the UK that offers their customers the ability to rent new and pre-loved Hermès bags.

The DreamBags Club approached UNBXD to assist them in creating their brand identity from the ground up, as well as creating their new booking and e-commerce platform. The brief was to develop an identity which resonated which their clientele and also a secure platform which was easy to use whilst being informative and attractive to the users.

Branding, Web Design, Agency NewsWilliam NivenDecember 17, 2020Shopify, Web Development, E-Commerce, Branding, Retail, Fashion, Hermes, case study, Case StudyComment

Introducing APEX Car Competitions

We’re super excited to showcase one of our latest projects for Apex Car Competitions. Based in the UK, Apex Car Competitions specialise in sourcing rare and sort after vehicles that they make available to the masses via their online raffle system.

Apex approached UNBXD to assist them in developing their brand identity, e-commerce online store, and strategic digital marketing post-launch. Their core goal was to both showcase their range of vehicles in the best light possible, as well as offer their customers a robust and secure place to purchase tickets to their competitions.

“I created a combination mark for this concept, as the brand name itself ’Apex Car’ is memorable when combined with strong typography, this creates strong brand recognition. The inspiration behind the striped markings was taken from “apex” track marks, adding this to the typography gave the logo a more sporty and extreme appearance. The strong contrast between Red, Black and White allows the branding and the identity to become easily recognisable as a car brand.” - Lisa Drake, Graphic Designer.

Web Design, Social Media, BrandingWilliam NivenNovember 26, 2020E-Commerce, WordPress, Branding, Social Media marketing, MarketingComment

It's Time to Embrace E-commerce

To say that e-commerce presents business with an opportunity to increase sales and reach new customers is an understatement, especially now.

2020 has thrown a lot at every business in almost every industry, sometimes for the better, but unfortunately for most, the worst.

Europe is re-entering lockdowns steadily, and we know business owners and staff are feeling the pressure. We want to assure you that despite unavoidable long-term changes, it is not too late to adapt. In fact, Statista predicts that e-commerce revenue will surpass $638 Billion in America by 2022 alone!

Editorial, marketingWilliam NivenNovember 11, 2020E-Commerce, website, Web Design

UNBXD Develops Luxury Online Furniture Brand, Eclectic Furniture

Eclectic is a luxury furniture and home accessories company based in the UK. Working alongside interior designers and influencers, they pride themselves only provided specially handpicked pieces available for purchase online.

Eclectic approached UNBXD to assist in developing their brand identity, as well as their new e-commerce website. Their goal from the start was for all aspects of the brand to resonate and engage with their customers, whilst portraying trust and reliability, with a premium look and feel that matches their incredible furniture selection.

For the development of the website we chose to build within the Shopify CMS due to the ease of management both internally and externally post-launch, fulfilment integrations tailored to suit their unique requirements, and also being a robust platform which will support them in terms of scalability and longevity.

“UNBXD have been outstanding from the first phone call I had with William. Their service has been impeccable, professional, and current!

There isn't anything they cant do, and they have an amazing team. They understood the branding I was after and theme I wanted for my website, and I was blown away with the finished product, it was more than I could ever have wished for. thanks guys!

I look forward to a long working relationship.”

VUSSI Eyewear: Building a Brand during Lockdown

VUSSI Eyewear is an online women’s fashion glasses and sunglasses brand. Based on the South Coast of the UK, their brand ethos is to provide the people of the world with fashionable, yet affordable protective eyewear.

UNBXD were initially appointed by VUSSI to assit them with a full identity design pack and product design. Following this, our team were signed on to Design and Develop a scalable whilst robust E-Commerce Website, capable of complex inventory keeping and multiple payment options and methods. It’s also complete with a custom built live chat and chatbot ensuring that VUSSI can offer the best customer service to their customers with automated incentives based on viewing/buying behaviour.

Client Win: Pukka Pads

We’re thrilled to announce one of our latest client signings, one of the largest stationary companies on the planet - Pukka Pads! Founded in 1999, The Pukka Pad Group is a leading global manufacturer and supplier of high quality branded and own label paper pads and notebooks, filing and divider items, post and packaging and art and activity products.

UNBXD will be assisting them with designing and developing a brand new Magento E-Commerce Website complete with a full Sage Cloud ERP integration and cloud-based VPS hosting via UNBXD Host.

Agency News, Web DesignWilliam NivenJune 5, 2020Web Design, Web Development, web ui, magento, erp, sage, integration, marketing, E-Commerce, online, salesComment

Opening a Drop-ship store? Here is everything you need to know

It might feel like everyone and their pet now has a drop-ship store, and that’s probably true; the market is full of them

So why do so many people say it’s a bad idea to open one? 90% of drop-ship stores fail in their first month, over 92% fail in the first six months and around 5% make it to their first year. People think that it will be a quick and easy way to get a few extra pennies a the end of the month, but it's not. It requires the same hard work and dedication any other business would take. One person’s bad experience doesn’t mean that’s it's not worth doing.

Editorial, MarketingWilliam NivenApril 29, 2020Digital Marketing, E-Commerce, WebsiteComment

Success Stories: Dorset Cruises

Based on south coast of the UK, Dorset Cruises offers a one of a kind experience on board their vintage yacht, perfect for weddings, corporate events, entertaining and other special events.

In June 2019, we launched the new Dorset Cruises e-commerce website. Even within such a short space of time, we have already seen a substantial increase in traffic and sales on the site.

Let’s delve deeper into the nitty gritty of this success story to find out exactly how we streamlined their booking process.

UNBXD Host: 6 Website Security Steps to Protect your SME from Hackers

Your business is innovative. You manage risk well. You are successful. But is that enough? Unfortunately, in many cases it is not. Almost all businesses are vulnerable to cyber attacks unless they actively protect themselves.

For your business to succeed, you must protect your most valuable assets (your data) and your customers need to trust that you’ll protect them from viruses, hackers and identity theft. Here are our 6 top tips on how to keep your website secure.

Web Design, UNBXD, TechWilliam NivenJuly 12, 2019Security, Backups, Hosting, SSL, Domains, Cyber Security, Website, E-Commerce, UNBXD HostComment

Magento 2 Migration – How it can Boost Online Revenue and other Questions

The time for Magento migration has come. Why should I upgrade? Is it difficult to do? How can it benefit my business? How can it generate more revenue? We’ve put these questions to our lead developer to get the answers you need.

Web Design, TechHelen KhanJuly 3, 2019Web Development, Magento, Web Design, Technology, E-CommerceComment

UNBXD launches new Magento E-Commerce Website for Oaktree Garden Centre

We’re thrilled to announce the launch of the new Oaktree Garden Centre e-commerce website we have been developing over the past few months. The project scope was a full Magento 1 to 2 migration including over 5000+ product import/export as well as integration with inventory and stock control via Oaktree’s internal EPOS systems. All migrations such as this involve their own complicated and unique challenges, thankfully these were no issue due to our experienced and capable team.

Instagram launches new 'Checkout' feature

It seems that every day social media is changing to integrate itself more into our daily lives and today is no different.

This week, Instagram began a small test with 20 brands in the United States to overhaul the way business sell to consumers. ‘Checkout with Instagram’ integrates a businesses store into the Instagram app so consumers can add products to their basket and pay without having to leave Instagram. Some of the brands participating in this test include Adidas, Warby Parker & teen favourite Kylie Cosmetics.

marketing, Social Media, Tech, InsightsWilliam NivenMarch 21, 2019Instagram, E-Commerce, Social Media, Social Media marketingComment

UNBXD Signs New Client: The Bali Adventure

We're pleased to announce one of UNBXD newest clients, The Bali Adventure!️

The Bali Adventure is a tour operator providing customers with once in a life time, 18 day trip to the stunning paradise that is Bali, Indonesia. It's inclusive of transport, meals, activities and luxury accommodation.

Started by two friends in 2015 on a beach in Thailand, they now operate with teams in both Essex and Bournemouth in the UK.

UNBXD will be assisting them in designing and developing their new e-commerce website.

Web Design, Agency NewsWilliam NivenNovember 15, 2017Bali, E-Commerce, Entertainment, Graphic Design, Responsive Design, Travel, Web Design, websiteComment

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Keep up to date with our latest thoughts, news and events.

If you are anything like us you are beginning to wind down for the year, and think about the monumental changes we have seen in 2020.

To say that e-commerce presents business with an opportunity to increase sales and reach new customers is an understatement, especially now.

It might feel like everyone and their pet now has a drop-ship store, and that’s probably true; the market is full of them