Journal /journal/ en bsteiger@synergema.com Copyright 2008 2008-04-22T02:14:00-05:00 We’re Hiring a Web Developer http://www.synergema.com/journal/were-hiring-a-web-developer/ http://www.synergema.com/journal/were-hiring-a-web-developer/#When:02:14:00Z We have a new opening for a Web Developer.

Our idea candidate:
- 3+ years applied web development
- intermediate to pro in LAMP and loves trying something new (including Ruby & Merb)
- detail oriented and an extroverted people person with a keen sense of communication skills
- thrives in a start-up environment and wearing more than one hat, and doing what it takes to get the job done

You can also see our listing at Authentic Jobs.

]]> Technology 2008-04-22T02:14:00-05:00 Text Generator for Webdesigners http://www.synergema.com/journal/text-generator-for-webdesigners/ http://www.synergema.com/journal/text-generator-for-webdesigners/#When:10:38:00Z Finally a text generator with some fun options, because far too many times we are asked what in the world is Loren Ipsum? Actually we have heard a number of clients say, “I think there is something wrong with this screen shot you sent us, we can’t read or understand the text.” Is this a huge usability issue or what?

]]> 2008-02-22T10:38:00-05:00 Beautiful Mind: Stephen Wiltshire http://www.synergema.com/journal/beautiful-mind-stephen-wiltshire/ http://www.synergema.com/journal/beautiful-mind-stephen-wiltshire/#When:04:38:00Z Talk about amazing! Stephen is autistic. He did not speak his first words “pencil” and “paper” until he was 5. Yet, when he was 11 he drew a perfect aerial view of London after only one helicopter ride.

]]> 2008-02-14T04:38:00-05:00 We’re Building Something New http://www.synergema.com/journal/were-building-something-new/ http://www.synergema.com/journal/were-building-something-new/#When:04:29:00Z Over the past month we started a new project geared towards freelancers and small firms. Quite frankly the project has come out of our frustration in dealing with this specific industry - the problem being is this industry probably doesn’t use their own software - so we are out to change it. You may be thinking to yourself, “Your being way too vague!” Yes and that is on purpose. At this stage, we’re not ready to show anything yet, but the excitement is driving us crazy! We will definitely be talking about this new project in the upcoming weeks till we get to a stage where we can join the Web 2.0 world and have our very own beta project - ha ha!!

]]> Projects, Technology 2008-01-17T04:29:00-05:00 Fusion: Integrating Newcomers into the Life of Your Church http://www.synergema.com/journal/fusion-integrating-newcomers-into-the-life-of-your-church/ http://www.synergema.com/journal/fusion-integrating-newcomers-into-the-life-of-your-church/#When:02:43:00Z One of our long-time friends and clients, Nelson Searcy, released his second book this week on Amazon, ”Fusion: Integrating Newcomers into the Life of Your Church”. Putting it frankly, whether or not your a church planter, a small business owner, or just looking for a good book to read, Nelson’s principles are right-on! This is a must read!

]]> Resources 2008-01-04T02:43:00-05:00 Google’s GrandCenter: The New Way To Use Your Phone http://www.synergema.com/journal/googles-grandcenter-the-new-way-to-use-your-phone/ http://www.synergema.com/journal/googles-grandcenter-the-new-way-to-use-your-phone/#When:13:04:00Z Earlier this summer, Google acquired GrandCenter Communication, a company that provides services for managing your voice communication. GrandCentral is an innovated service that lets you integrate all of your existing phone numbers and voice mailboxes into one account, which can be accessed via the Web of your mobile phone.

A few days ago I signed up to receive what Google calls, “a private invitation” so I figured that there was not chance I was going to get an invitation. Well, to my surprise I received a “private invitation” to join. Registration was incredibly easy - I was up and running within 5 minutes. 

]]> Resources, Technology 2007-12-15T13:04:00-05:00 We’ve been spotted http://www.synergema.com/journal/weve-been-spotted/ http://www.synergema.com/journal/weve-been-spotted/#When:21:27:00Z Over the past two weeks we have seen our Web sites go through the roof and to come to find out we have been highlighted on several CSS and Design Galleries. The CSS galleries are examining our Web Standards code to make sure that its first valid code, but also that its good code. We are incredibly humbled by this exposure. Check out some of these galleries:

If you find us mentioned elsewhere, we would love to know about it!

]]> Design 2007-12-05T21:27:00-05:00 Montag & Caldwell is Live http://www.synergema.com/journal/montag-caldwell-is-live/ http://www.synergema.com/journal/montag-caldwell-is-live/#When:14:10:00Z We are so excited to launch Montag & Caldwell. Montag & Caldwell was founded in 1945 in Atlanta, GA, and there mission is to provide superior investment returns and the highest quality service to their clients. Their cornerstone of success lies in their consistency of their people, their process, and their philosophy.

Learn more about Montag & Caldwell, and how Synergema worked closely to relaunch their Web site.

]]> Projects 2007-11-26T14:10:00-05:00 CARMAis Live http://www.synergema.com/journal/carma-is-live/ http://www.synergema.com/journal/carma-is-live/#When:11:21:00Z CARMA is a database containing information on the carbon emissions of thousands of power producers all over the world. But how do you display such a massive amount of information on the Web so that it both educates and inspires action? The Center for Global Development, the architect of CARMA, turned to Web design experts for help. Forum One Communications led the information architecture and programming efforts, while Synergema completed all of the design. The final site visually portrays the volume of CO2 produced by power companies and plants and has attracted the attention of major online publications, including cnn.com, bbc.co.uk, npr.org and nytimes.com.

]]> Projects 2007-11-19T11:21:00-05:00 JCTV is Live http://www.synergema.com/journal/jctv-is-live/ http://www.synergema.com/journal/jctv-is-live/#When:01:39:00Z JCTV, a Christian television network designed for young adults, is broadcast in 450 cities across North America, with more affiliates being added every day. Synergema, working closely with designer Wendy Willard, developed a Web site that would allow JCTV to bring new affiliate TV stations online, with full programming information, in a matter of minutes. Our solution included both a custom backend application, complete with a content management system, as well as a splash page on the front end. The splash page allows visitors to select an affiliate based on their location, then uses cookies to remember their choices on subsequent visits to the site.

Check out JCTV in our portfolio

]]> Projects 2007-11-06T01:39:00-05:00 Studioeec is Live http://www.synergema.com/journal/studioeec-is-live/ http://www.synergema.com/journal/studioeec-is-live/#When:02:04:00Z Most creative agencies have Web designers, but few can match the depth of knowledge and expertise of true specialists. Studioeec, known for its high-end design of trade show exhibits, retail displays and print pieces, came to Synergema just for this reason. Handling the visual design of its Web site in-house, Studioeec turned to Synergema for development and implementation. Our AJAX-based solution replicates the effects of Flash, yet still allows site content to be found by search engine spiders. And with an easy-to-use content management system, Studioeec can update its site without knowing Web programming languages.

Check out Studioeec in our portfolio

]]> Projects 2007-10-20T02:04:00-05:00 Internet Technologies for Businesses - Part 1 http://www.synergema.com/journal/internet-technologies-for-businesses/ http://www.synergema.com/journal/internet-technologies-for-businesses/#When:22:06:00Z One of the toughest situations for most businesses and organizations today is that they are so focused on their own clients that they do not have the time, nor the means to really dig deep and research some of the latest Internet technologies, trends, and social movements within the culture. The second piece that organizations struggle over is budget - how much do we spend on these things, especially if they are not tested, if they are a trend, or we just don’t have the capacity to do it in-house.

We were recently invited to host a workshop at the Christian Chamber Business Expo in Cherry Hill, New Jersey to discuss this very topic. In dealing with this topic everyday we truly found that there are technologies that will allow businesses to remain comfortable and not spend any money, and then there are those technologies that can stretch the comfort level of a business and can also can stretch the budget. In our hour long presentation we took a deeper look into these technologies.

]]> 2007-10-18T22:06:00-05:00 Finally a Good Photo Editing Option (Its FREE) http://www.synergema.com/journal/photo-editing-option-and-its-free/ http://www.synergema.com/journal/photo-editing-option-and-its-free/#When:01:03:00Z Since Web Developers started giving control of sites back to their clients, one of the biggest problem has been, “How do I edit images?”. For those of us in the Internet industry, this has been a continual two-edged sword. We want our clients to have control over their Web sites, but on the other hand we are scared when turning over the graphical elements to our clients.

]]> Resources 2007-10-13T01:03:00-05:00 Free Church Marketing Resources http://www.synergema.com/journal/free-church-marketing-resources/ http://www.synergema.com/journal/free-church-marketing-resources/#When:14:33:00Z Cory Miller at Church Communications Pro has a special coupon code that allows you to download Granger Community Church’s church communications bundle for free from WiredChurches.com.

For more free stuff, check out Cory Miller’s free stuff category at Church Communications Pro.

]]> Resources 2007-10-10T14:33:00-05:00 Google Offers Free Broadband http://www.synergema.com/journal/google-offers-free-broadband/ http://www.synergema.com/journal/google-offers-free-broadband/#When:13:16:00Z Introducing Google TiSP (BETA), Google’s new FREE in-home wireless broadband service. Sign up today and Google will send you your TiSP self-installation kit, which includes setup guide, fiber-optic cable, spindle, wireless router and installation CD.

So go sign-up today!

]]> Technology 2007-04-01T13:16:00-05:00