The evolution of web hosting

The Evolution of Web Hosting

Hanson often provides hosting recommendations, solutions and services to our clients. Like most technologies we deal with, this is a rapidly evolving part of web development. The hosting options available today would appear alien to developers and system engineers from only a few years ago. So for those interested in a little technology time travel, I present: the evolution of web hosting.
Stephen Bumbaugh
Stephen Bumbaugh, Director of Engineering
Android stats: insights from Hanson developed apps

Android Stats: Insights from Hanson-Developed Apps

Consumers purchase more than just iPhones. In fact, Google's Android platform has a larger market share than Apple's iOS. If your business is contemplating building a multi-platform app – or simply deciding what version of the Android OS to build for – you need some key metrics to help you make the best decisions.
Maria Simmons
Maria Simmons, Software Engineer
Chris Kujawski, Senior Metrics and Media Strategist
Charles Ryder, Director of Design
NeoCon 2013 at the Chicago Merchandise Mart

Digital at NeoCon 2013

This week is NeoCon, the annual commercial interior design expo, and Hanson’s own Craig Hagenbuch and Chris Pollum are hoofing their way around the Chicago Merchandise Mart to give us a report. They’re checking out the thousands of new products for the corporate, hospitality, healthcare, retail and residential sectors, and keeping an eye on how all these innovative companies are using digital.
Digital at NeoCon 2013
Digital at NeoCon 2013,
iOS Stats insights from Hanson Developed Apps as of April 2013

iOS Stats: Insights from Hanson-Developed Apps

Apple is known for keeping mum about new products in development and user stats. That's why there's a whole industry on the web devoted to rumors about what Apple has in the pipeline. And it's certainly their prerogative as a business strategy. But the downside is that it offers developers little insight into app usage, operating system versions, or even the devices used.
Maria Simmons
Maria Simmons, Software Engineer
Chris Kujawski, Senior Metrics and Media Strategist
Charles Ryder, Director of Design
Trade shows are a great opportunity for social engagement

Why Trade Shows are Great Opportunities for Social Engagement

Trade shows have long served as a breeding ground for innovations and relationships. And while many brands and industries have spent decades perfecting their trade show strategies, social media is a relatively new addition to these strategies. As more companies continue to develop an active social presence, many are realizing that trade shows are great opportunities for social engagement. Here are a few reasons why.
Why Trade Shows are Great Opportunities for Social Engagement
Why Trade Shows are Great Opportunities for Social Engagement,
4 Questions for Planning a Mobile Site

4 Questions for Planning a Mobile Site

Back in January, I wrote about how a bad mobile experience leads to a bad brand experience. I urged you, if you hadn’t already, to make 2013 the year your business goes mobile. If you've taken that resolution to heart, you might be wondering: how do I get there? Here are four questions to ask yourself when planning a mobile site.
4 Questions for Planning a Mobile Site
4 Questions for Planning a Mobile Site,
You Are Here Toledo mobile app

You Are Here Project Featured in HOW Magazine

This week, we’re giving a well-deserved shout-out to our local AIGA chapter and Hanson's mobile app development team. Last summer, Hanson designed a mobile app and website to support the AIGA Toledo and The Arts Commission public arts project known as “You Are Here Toledo.” Inspired by the familiar “you are here” dot on directories, the project was an installation throughout the city of 100 large, outdoor dots by area artists highlighting Toledo’s landmarks.
Mindy Withrow
Mindy Withrow, Managing Director of Strategic Planning
mobile friendly websites will win in 2013

Make 2013 the Year Your Brand Goes Mobile

Have you made any New Year’s resolutions for your brand? With 2013 predicted to be the year that more people access the internet via mobile devices than a PC, it’s fair to say that if your site isn’t mobile optimized yet, now is the time to do it...
Make 2013 the Year Your Brand Goes Mobile
Make 2013 the Year Your Brand Goes Mobile,

Our 2012 Tech Wish List

Hansonites work with and develop digital tech every day. So it’s no surprise that a big percentage of our personal holiday wish lists is tech-related. Here’s what some of our team members are hoping Santa leaves under the tree this year.
Mindy Withrow
Mindy Withrow, Managing Director of Strategic Planning

6 Tips for Better Mobile Video

With the holidays upon us, there are plenty of opportunities for mom and dad to bust out their new tablet, phone or other mobile tech to capture the sights and sounds of the season. Although today’s devices make it easy to capture video, there’s no guarantee of “good” video. So here are some simple tips to transform you into the Spielberg of your family...
6 Tips for Better Mobile Video
6 Tips for Better Mobile Video,