Journal
Authored opinions, cultural reviews and industry insights from our team, peers and clients.
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![Should we be worried about AI?](https://cogdesign.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/13_Apr_Alex_Breakfast_Briefing-800x600.jpg)
Should we be worried about AI?
Alex's recent Breakfast Briefing was about the basics of artificial intelligence, we enjoyed it so much we thought we should...
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Introducing Google Analytics 4
Google have updated their Analytics platform recently. Emily takes a look at some of the key changes in Google Analytics...
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Browser support
The world wide web is constantly evolving and expanding. How do we achieve the best balance between your audience needs...
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Building a digital library for streamed concerts using Spektrix
Using some Spektrix magic we've created a more personalised experience for Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra's digital audiences.
![Oh yes we did – moving panto online](https://cogdesign.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Panto_online_Belgrade-800x600.jpg)
Oh yes we did – moving panto online
We helped theatres across the country stream their 2020 pantos online during local lockdowns.
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Lessons about video hosting (so far)
We've had to learn a lot about video hosting recently. Here's Michael's run down.
![Selling streamed concerts (for BSO) using Spektrix](https://cogdesign.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Insight_BSO_Spektrix-800x600.jpg)
Selling streamed concerts (for BSO) using Spektrix
Monetise your digital content using your ticketing system. Jen explains how we’ve helped Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra by setting up a...
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The importance of an accessible website
Michael explains why an accessible website benefits everyone.
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Ten tech titbits – January 20
Our regular round-up from the world of digital technology (or at least the bits that seem relevant to our clients).
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Ten tech titbits – November 19
A new, regular round-up from the constantly shifting world of digital technology (or at least the bits that seem relevant...
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Spektrix conference 2019
This annual conference has grown into a huge event. Michael was there for the first time, both to speak and...
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Generating email sign-ups
Email sign-ups are vital to effective marketing and measurable engagement. But how do you persuade people to join a mailing...
![Your brand in a digital world](https://cogdesign.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/Insight_Brand_in_digital_world-800x600.gif)
Your brand in a digital world
As part of Create Hub's Industry Experts panel, Sam writes about how cultural organisations can take a digital-first approach to...
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Shakey Monkey Space App – 2011
In 2011 we created an App that allowed hipsters to shake and create almost limitless poster layouts. We did it...
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SEO for arts & culture organisations
SEO (or search engine optimisation) can seem daunting, but if your site is well structured, your content well written and...
![Email has changed, have you?](https://cogdesign.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Sam-in-hat-4x3-1-800x600.jpg)
Email has changed, have you?
The way we read email has changed beyond recognition over the past few years, so what can we do to...