Design Study: Atomic Age Design
As we celebrate the significance of the latest SpaceX launch, we’d like to throwback to a bygone era of design that stemmed from a time of changing technology and space exploration – the Atomic Age of graphic design.
You should ditch Internet Explorer right now
Anyone who knows a web developer has probably heard them gripe about Internet Explorer (IE) at some point. Is that because us developers are generally a cranky bunch or is there really something to all of this IE hate? While I agree that developers on the whole are an ornery bunch in this case there are some great reasons for giving up on Microsoft’s former flagship.
Is eCommerce the need of the hour?
eCommerce is exactly what it sounds like—the selling and purchasing of products and services on secure platforms online. As we re-enter our localities and approach a new normal, businesses that haven’t set up their stores on eCommerce platforms should consider making the investment in this branch of their business.
Design Study: Did DADA Inspire a Visual Language of Revolution?
The history of graphic design is inherently linked to past socio-political and cultural movements. With recent events, will it be reclaimed by the masses again as the visual identity of their cause or will a new revolutionary style emerge?
Why do we do what we do?
Having the ability to see the bright side of things sometimes requires resilience and detachment. During trying times like these, seeking new opportunities is almost like a mandatory modus operandi.
COVID-19 means businesses should be looking at their content
Businesses have cut back on their marketing budgets, and justifiably so–it’s a crazy world (think “Mad World” by Gary Jules).
Interactive Listicles
Imagine a listicle enhanced with light interaction, Yup. It's a real thing that we have been developing at GMD.
Advertising on Social Media During the Economic Downturn
The government of British Columbia recently announced its plan to restart the economy after the COVID-19 quarantine that has affected everyone and accelerated the economic downturn. Now that we have a clear path of action, the question business owners are faced with is how fast do they need to increase their advertising budgets?
Canada Takeout Photo Challenge
On Wednesdays, we order takeout. The National Takeout Day awareness initiative helps restaurants stay in the game. I've got a photo challenge for you. Play along!
GMD Book Club
Read on to find out what Team GMD is currently reading—you just might find your next mental escape.
COVID-19 Business Checklist
Updating your business information online requires making changes on several websites and social channels. The best way to ensure you have updated everything is by creating a business checklist. If you are not sure where to begin with your list, we got you.
Sharing your business updates on Google My Business during COVID-19
Use Google My Business to communicate and share updates about your business during COVID-19 pandemic.