Practical guidance for Irish businesses making decisions about professional web design and digital presence. These articles address common questions from business owners in Galway, Mayo, Clare and throughout Ireland who are evaluating their website options.
Whether you’re deciding between DIY and professional design, troubleshooting existing website problems, or planning your first business website, these guides provide honest assessments of what works for Irish businesses. Each article draws on 15+ years of experience working with Irish SMEs and addresses the specific challenges facing local businesses in competitive digital markets.
These aren’t generic web design tips—they’re focused on the practical realities of running a business in Ireland, understanding Irish customer behaviour, and making cost-effective decisions that deliver actual business results. All guidance reflects current Irish market conditions, customer expectations, and regulatory requirements that affect business websites operating in Ireland.
Deciding whether to hire a professional web designer represents a significant business investment that affects how Irish customers perceive and interact with your company. Many business owners consider building websites themselves to save money, but professional design often provides a better return on investment through improved customer conversion and reduced
Common Problems and Practical Solutions An Irish bakery owner recently told me her website was “grand”, but couldn’t understand why online orders weren’t coming in. Upon reviewing her site, I noticed that the ordering system crashed on mobile phones, her opening hours were buried on the fourth page, and the
Your Basic Implementation Guide Most Irish business owners recognise the importance of having a website, but many struggle with where to start or what works best for their customers. After fifteen years designing websites for Irish businesses, I’ve seen what separates successful sites from those that get ignored. Your website
Anytime a company hires a new employee this represents a significant investment and there’s always an element of risk involved. It is a time-consuming and costly process of involving training, interviews, assessing salary and benefits packages, and much more.
