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Deli-delicioso for Facebook
September 2nd, 2011

Peppercorn’s web designers have been working again with Facebook and just launched new Facebook pages for Deli-delicioso.com. This highlights the companies outstanding catering expertise.

Three pages were designed and developed, Home with a general overview and introduction, Venues, which display just some of Deli-delicioso’s best venues and Dishes, some of the best food around!

We hope that there will be a following on Facebook very soon.

Click here to check it out and make sure you “Like” it!

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Just Business Mobiles
June 22nd, 2011

Here our web designers were tasked to create a site to based upon the client’s existing website.  The existing site tailors for 1 or 2 mobile phone purchases, whereas this new site would cater for up to 16 handsets, with 30 handsets to choose from.  Our design team had to use existing style, colours and branding in order to create this site.

The “build your package” page is the most important page.  Here you can select your minute package, phones and then confirm the order.  We decided on a 3 step process using latest JavaScript and PHP code to provide sleek user interaction (steps slide in and out).  Default phones are pre-selected and these can be changed by removing and selecting phones (an additional monthly charge may be applicable) from the left menu (brands have a box menu and handsets can be scrolled).

The layout and forms (see step 3 on the “build your package” page and contact us) were expertly designed by our team to ensure a unique style to this bespoke design.  You will see how the homepage flows with clear and concise navigation.

The client can manage the phones from the CMS.  Phones (by brand) can be added (default handsets selected), with information (6 bullet points are shown on mouse over of the phone image), package management (minutes and number of handsets) and order management.  We have even added the ability to manage the homepage banner and email addresses for the contact and order forms.  This all completely bespoke, written with the requirements in mind.

The deadline for this project was very tight and we worked hard to ensure the quality was not compromised as a result of the speed of development.  We hope you can agree that the site is looking fantastic – don’t take our word for it, have a look and make the call!!

Please visit the site (http://www.threebusinessstore.co.uk/) for all of your business mobile needs!

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Intermint – Short Term Loans
June 8th, 2011

After working hard on this “Top Secret” project, Peppercorns’ web designers are proud to finally unveil the intermint website, inspired by the Secret Service.  “FYEO”: intermint offers short term loans at extremely competitive rates.

It is the best kept secret in this industry and comes with a classification of “Top Secret” as intermint are known for their excellent customer service and going that extra mile for clients. There is no secret that Peppercorn worked hard (as always) and used the latest technologies and methodology to accomplish this project.

The mission from intermint was to keep it sharp, easy to use and in the same mode as a computer terminal, and Peppercorn certainly delivered that.

Using AJAX, the Peppercorn team got rid of the old web page look and feel format, where if a user clicks on the menu a new page is displayed. Peppercorn were able to provide a seamless transition between pages ensuring the website does not lose its flow between pages. This coupled with the informative content on the website, gives the user a unique experience as regards browsing and content.

Once the user has decided to apply for a short term loan, they complete the application and are presented with a personally tailored, online copy of the Terms and Conditions. If they are happy to proceed, then the Terms and Conditions and all other relevant information is converted to PDF and sent to the client via email for their personal records.

This mission was hard and the limits of technology were stretched to accomplish the finer aspects of the intermint website. However, the Peppercorn team were able to complete their mission and deliver, to everyone’s satisfaction.

Now onto the next mission…

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RKM PRO ENG
June 3rd, 2011

RKMProEng.com

RKM PRO ENG LTD is an independent process engineering consultancy which provides specialist services to the offshore and onshore Oil and Gas industry.

Our web designers and graphic designers, created a clean and professional look for this highly technical discipline. We added video files of process flow charts to explain the detail that our client delivers to his target client.

Jim project managed the site and delivered it on time to a delighted client. We included a cms to areas of the site and allowed the client to add and update job vacancies and receive applications from prospective employees.

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Vive Le Cheese
May 31st, 2011

Our client approached us with a tight deadline, brand guidelines (colours, font, characters and style) and multimedia requirement to design and implement an interactive and graphically enhanced Facebook page for various Cheese recipes. Our web designers worked hard in a short amount of time to create an array of designs to meet the clients brief.

Brainstorming was required initially so that we could agree on the correct structure of the pages. 6 pages, one for each Cheese, were decided upon. Each page has an introduction area, with an appropriate Character for each Cheese (some had to be created by us to fit into the guidelines set) and is complete with the brands chosen colour (to represent that cheese).

There is then an area with an embedded YouTube video and a bespoke background to enhance the presence of this video.

Finally we were to have a simple downloadable PDF link. However we decided to layout the complete recipe with the option to download.

A professionally developed Facebook business page can enhance your online presence and allow a social network to market your business, offers and site. Social media is key to a successful business plan moving forward.

Have a look here and if you LIKE (link to the actual LIKE button if you want ) it – please use the appropriate button and leave comments! Bon Appétit

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Punching Above Our Weight
May 26th, 2011

Our web designers have recently launched Punch Power is a site powered by Magento. This powerful e-commerce engine has a vast array of functions to ensure you can effectively manage your orders.

Peppercorn have integrated our bespoke design to work with Magento effectively.  Our client came to us from Web Creations after they were provided with a template design.  Our designers, Craig and Luke, transformed the look and feel of this site with a customised logo included.  We have realised the client’s bespoke vision to provide users with a vastly superior online shopping experience in addition to a professional look.

The back-end allows for full management using a CMS WYSIWYG editor and other graphics and media can also be easily integrated.  Menu items and links can be customised allowing the client full control.

Punch Power provides Muay Thai equipment.  There is a full support for the World Pay payment service and a shopping basket with customisable features.  Magento allows you to track orders and monitor performance.

Please visit the site to fully immerse yourself before anyone else “beats you to the punch!”

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Web Designers the Smartr Way
May 3rd, 2011

The web designers at Peppercorn have been working on a project for months that was finally launched last month. The website is Smartr, a portal for properties both to buy and rent in London and throughout the UK.

Users are able to create an account then add all the details about the property as well as adding photos, and detailed descriptions.  Users can upgrade their listings to premium listings if they wish which will display their properties higher on the search results gaining more exposure.

The site was designed by Craig and Luke, keeping the site simple and easy to use but professional with strong branding.  Future plans include an upgraded map feature include street view, local information for each property and search engine optimisation.

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Naija Yard
March 26th, 2011

Our web designers have just launched NaijaYard.com is an online platform where buyers and sellers meet and carry out offline and online transactions. You can register as a buyer, seller or advertiser. Advertisers can buy banner space on the site and make payment either offline or online. They can upload a banner design and obtain approval for its use. You have a selection of product categories to choose from. Sellers can register their free “Yard” store that will house all of their products and create product listings in existing categories.




Buyers or other sellers can rate the “Yards”, so that they will feature more prominently when searched for (WOW RATED).
Buyers will be able to contact the sellers to arrange payment for their goods in a convenient manner.

The site is very flexible and easy to use; buyers can bookmark sellers and make use of a slick currency converter. All of the designs were bespoke to the client’s requirements. Here we introduced a new variant of the Content Management System (CMS). The content is fully managed (textual content on pages), together with banners, categories and product listings. Again this is a fully bespoke system.

Enjoy buying and selling the “Yard” way! Well done web designers!






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We Connect Students
March 15th, 2011

Peppercorns’ web designers have recently launched WeConnectStudents.com. This is a free online directory that enables Students to connect with fellow students within a University Network. Employers can contact appropriate Students using this service, so that you can gain Employment opportunities and learn from experienced and dedicated Mentors direct from industry. The site still has much to offer once you graduate, as you can assist current Students with their studies; by becoming an Alumni Mentor. Universities can have their own “social network” when joining this service.

This site was created from a blank canvas by our web designers, in terms of logo design and brand to site layout and functionality. From the bespoke designs we made the clients vision a reality, when it was coded using the latest php technology. The site is powered using a MySQL database. The Content Management System (CMS) is fully bespoke to meet the client’s requirement of site manipulation (both data and content).

Once you create your Profile, you can use the Connections Page to find the right connections for you using the Network (Students and Mentors are restricted to the University, but Employers can search across Networks to find the right future Employee). Employers can send messages via the profile page and also view Student’s CVs. Students and Mentors can communicate with each other using the site’s messaging facility.

Get connected now!









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Which English School
February 25th, 2011

Our web designers have been working hard over the last few months and Peppercorn has launched its latest website, Which English School, a language school directory.

This site allows users to register, then rate and review their English language school.  A profile will be quickly built for each school, so users can see all feedback. A map is integrated within each profile, along with address and contact details.

Users can rate the school on the following criterea:
Teaching Quality
Accomodation
Value
Location
School Facilities
Social Program

An average rating is then calculated and displayed.

The site also has a custom developed CMS that allows the client to manage all members, schools, edit all reviews, edit text on the pages of the site and control the banner advertising:




Luke designed this website with Jonty managing the development of it. Lets hope it soon has many ratings and reviews for all to consider before registering with a new language school.

















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