PALO ALTO, Calif. (Business Wire EON) May 6, 2008 -- According to a recent survey by Forrester Research Inc., 24 percent of companies have considered implementing Web 2.0 initiatives as a priority in 2008, and 27 percent of companies are specifically considering creating blogs.(1) Interactive mediums such as blogs provide an opportunity to keep potential customers informed on the latest news or product while also allowing for direct feedback.
Small businesses can now work with Logoworks' expert graphic designers to affordably create a custom blog that is as unique as their business. With four different offerings to choose from starting at only $449, businesses on any budget can enjoy a customized blog design that coordinates with their website. With these new custom blog design packages, businesses of any size can communicate directly with customers in a more open yet still professionally branded forum that adds a personal touch to any commercial website.
Logoworks by HP also introduced free blog templates for companies on shoestring budgets to get in the game and start interacting with their audiences right away. Developed by award-winning designers, the templates are available in a variety of styles to fit a diverse range of personalities and businesses.
Additionally, Logoworks by HP has updated the Logomaker design tool for a significantly improved design experience. Logomaker 2.0, available the week of May 12, offers a new and improved user interface and updated design choices for the do-it-yourself small business owner.
Improvements to the user experience include the ability to save favorite icons, enhanced help functionality and stronger search technology to help users find the icon that is right for their business. Also, customers can use the enhanced functionality to easily create a free logo for their website in minutes.
For small businesses eager to learn more about blogging and its benefits, Logoworks by HP is hosting a free webinar regarding business-related blogging on Wednesday, May 7. Chris Baggott, small business expert and successful business blogger and founder of Compendium Blogware, will share his insights about blogging for business purposes. The session will touch on a variety of issues from the basics of a business blog to how to set up and maintain a successful blog.
This expanded range of blog design offerings is part of the tools and expertise HP offers small businesses to help ease the stress and provide the technical knowledge necessary to participate in the rapidly growing Web 2.0 arena and, ultimately, better connect with customers.
HP focuses on simplifying technology experiences for all of its customers - from individual consumers to the largest businesses. With a portfolio that spans printing, personal computing, software, services and IT infrastructure, HP is among the world's largest IT companies, with revenue totaling $107.7 billion for the four fiscal quarters ended Jan. 31, 2008. More information about HP (NYSE:HPQ) is available at www.hp.com.
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(1) Forrester Research Inc., "Top Enterprise Web 2.0 Predictions For 2008," Jan. 25, 2008.
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