The Multimedia Room News

  • Monday, November 28, 2011 - 1:49pm
    CMS 101 | Content Management Systems for Small Business'

    What is a CMS?  A CMS, also known as a Content Management System is a website you can update on your own. The most common Content Management Systems are WordPress, Joomla, and Drupal. 
    Change Content Without Changing Code  
    A CMS is very useful for websites because it makes it possible for you to edit the content. Not everyone who wants a website will be able to edit the code themselves. But by using a CMS for your business website, it makes it possible for you or an employee to easily change the information on the website and update so your content is current.
    It's Fast!  
    Simply changing a small spelling error or piece of information would normally involve changing the website offline and then uploading the files again via FTP. This can be very time consuming. It’s much faster and easier if you change the details utilizing a CMS package, as there is no need to re-upload the site files once again.You also have the ability to make changes without waiting for your web developer to make the changes for you and request at additional fees.
    It's Less Expensive  
    Having a CMS designed might initially be slightly more expensive than a static website. However, when it comes to maintaining the website, it will be less expensive in the long run. You will not need any special skills to maintain the website, however we offer CMS Training for your and staff.
    Your in Control  
    Another reason CMS software is very popular is because it gives you better control over your websites It’s easy to write content and then save this as a draft. Additionally it possible to control who can write and who can approve content. It also ensures that all content is approved before being posted on your website.
    Growth and Expansion  
    CMS makes it simple to keep track of all the pages on your website regardless of how many you add. This means that you can minimize the risk of any errors affecting your website.

    Often, when trying to decide what Content Management System to use, price is the first thing people think of as a deciding factor.  Price is, of course, important, but you can pay thousands of dollars and not get the features you need, or you can pay close to nothing and get features that are useless to you and your business.

    The Multimedia Room will discuss your online content needs and expectations.  We will help you decide which Content Management System is best for you and your business, whether it's a WordPress, Joomla or Drupal website.

    See what our customers have to say about us! Visit our website for more information! 


    The Multimedia Room is proudly located in the Metro Minneapolis, St. Paul, Twin Cities Area, MN.  
  • Tuesday, November 22, 2011 - 3:15pm
    WordPress - Great for Small Business Websites

     
    WordPress is most known for blogs, but did you know that it's also a great choice for small business websites too?  WordPress is recognized as a powerful Content Management System (CMS) perfect for any small business.  
    If you hate the idea of calling your website design guy for updates, waiting for your website to be updated, then a Content Management System is what exactly what you need for your small business. 
    When updating your WordPress website, you are helping with Search Engine Optimization (SEO) for your business.  This is such a plus! Another benefit is that you don't need to know how to read code or any HTML design knowledge.  There are hundreds of themes and designs to choose from and we can customize your template too!
    Once we create your WordPress website, you can easily update your own text and images, add new pages, or edit existing content with using a simple rich text editor.
    Another great feature of WordPress is the the ability to extend your website with the use of contact forms, polls, ratings or many other cool features without having to hire a web developer.
    Often, when trying to decide what Content Management System to use, price is the first thing people think of as a deciding factor.  Price is, of course, important, but you can pay thousands of dollars and not get the features you need, or you can pay nothing and get features that are useless to you.
    The Multimedia Room will discuss your online content needs and help you decide which Content Management System is best for your business.  The Multimedia Room can take on your smaller project websites to larger scale sites too, from WordPress, Joomla or Drupal.
  • Tuesday, November 22, 2011 - 12:20am
    Taking Pay It Forward to a New Level
    We are proud to announce that
    Queen Bee Media was given the task of taking One Spark's Facebook page to a new level. 

    One Spark's Facebook page has a reveal page, a custom tab to promote their services and online donation. 

    One Spark is a non-profit organization located in Wichita, Kansas that's mission is to change the world one spark at a time by encouraging random acts of kindness.

    We hope that Queen Bee Media's spark of service starts a fire! 

    Visit their Facebook page and see how they are taking 'Pay it Forward to a whole new level.  Let them know what you think and post on their Facebook page!Queen Bee Media