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<entry><title><![CDATA[BigNoise showed their Guts!]]></title><id>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID78/BigNoise-showed-their-Guts</id><updated>2009-10-29T15:06:48-04:00</updated><link>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID78/BigNoise-showed-their-Guts</link><summary></summary><content type="html"><![CDATA[<p>BigNoise's own Logan Watts took the 'Best Overall' award in the <a href="http://www.hawsedesign.com/guts/" target="_blank">Guts charity pumpkin carving event</a>. The Guts event was held by Hawse Design on October 29, 2009. Guts is "Charlotte's best and brightest design firms, ad agencies and architects in a pumpkin carving showdown, all proceeds benefiting Levine Children's Hospital...". Two overall winners were chosen (Best Overall and Best Team) out of 33 carvers.</p>
<p>We had a great time and look forward to carving again next year... Mwahahaha.</p>]]></content></entry><entry><title><![CDATA[Say, or shout, hello to our new AMP blog]]></title><id>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID30/Say-or-shout-hello-to-our-new-AMP-blog</id><updated>2009-07-06T10:29:38-04:00</updated><link>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID30/Say-or-shout-hello-to-our-new-AMP-blog</link><summary><![CDATA[Uh-humm... we are finally finding our voice.]]></summary><content type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to AMP, our new, less formal news-blog. Make sure to sign up to the right as we will be posting updates on a fairly regular basis. Also, you can now follow us on <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Charlotte-NC/BigNoise/59350726188" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="http://twitter.com/bignoise" target="_blank">Twitter</a>!</p>]]></content></entry><entry><title><![CDATA[BigNoise partners with Urban Architecture]]></title><id>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID29/BigNoise-partners-with-Urban-Architecture</id><updated>2008-12-01T16:24:09-05:00</updated><link>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID29/BigNoise-partners-with-Urban-Architecture</link><summary><![CDATA[We created a new site for them and they helped us with our new building...]]></summary><content type="html"><![CDATA[<p>In an effort to rebuild their online presence, <a href="http://www.urbanaia.com" target="_blank">Urban</a> approached us looking for a site that would showcase their work in an interactive format while allowing them to manage the content of their site. We built a Flash site that runs on the SYNC CMS platform offering Urban all the tools they need to update their portfolio. In addition to the innovative interface, we also created a fun way of highlighting their team while playing up their branded 'signature service'.<br /><br />And, last but not least, Urban is helping us with our own efforts... renovating a 4,600 turn-of-the-century church house -- which will ultimately be our office. Stay tuned for more updates...</p>]]></content></entry><entry><title><![CDATA[Kiss the World Record for kissing goodbye]]></title><id>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID28/Kiss-the-World-Record-for-kissing-goodbye</id><updated>2008-11-15T16:23:09-05:00</updated><link>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID28/Kiss-the-World-Record-for-kissing-goodbye</link><summary><![CDATA[Become a part of world kissing history]]></summary><content type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Bloom is spreading the holiday spirit by attempting to break the Guinness World Record&trade; for people kissing at once. Kissletoe 2008 is presented by Bloom, a different kind of grocery store. The current record of 13,960 people kissing at once was set in 2007 in Bosnia and Herzegovina. <br /><br />Check it out at <a href="http://www.kissletoe2008.com" target="_blank">kissletoe2008.com</a></p>]]></content></entry><entry><title><![CDATA[BigNoise launches the Refine Institute]]></title><id>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID27/BigNoise-launches-the-Refine-Institute</id><updated>2008-11-01T16:22:14-04:00</updated><link>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID27/BigNoise-launches-the-Refine-Institute</link><summary><![CDATA[A 360 degree approach]]></summary><content type="html"><![CDATA[<p>The high-tech/low-touch cosmetic surgery specialist, The Refine Institute, recently opened it's doors in Ballantyne. Following a new name and re-branding efforts, BigNoise created a clean, sophisticated site that highlights their offerings and facilities.</p>
<p>See it at <a href="http://www.refineinstitute.com" target="_blank">refineinstitute.com</a></p>]]></content></entry><entry><title><![CDATA[A new look for Omnisolv]]></title><id>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID26/A-new-look-for-Omnisolv</id><updated>2008-10-02T16:18:56-04:00</updated><link>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID26/A-new-look-for-Omnisolv</link><summary><![CDATA[Omnisolv.com gets some funky new digs...]]></summary><content type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Omnisolv is a little different than most retail packaging and indirect supply companies. We visited their headquarters and it became evident that they needed a voice that was a little more loud than others. Their site was built to showcase their fun work ethic and provide visitors with a not-so-stodgy interface to browse their products and services. Also, check out the 'whatchathink' poll...<br /><br />Check it out at <a href="http://www.omnisolv.com" target="_blank">omnisolv.com</a></p>]]></content></entry><entry><title><![CDATA[Crown Communications gets an update]]></title><id>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID25/Crown-Communications-gets-an-update</id><updated>2008-08-15T16:15:58-04:00</updated><link>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID25/Crown-Communications-gets-an-update</link><summary><![CDATA[Sold some fish, made the Journal and moved some houses.]]></summary><content type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Crown approached us looking for a fun new way to communicate their services and work. We created a site that offers a look into their world using some new hooks that make it easy to browse. <br /><br />Check it out at <a href="http://www.crown-com.com" target="_blank">crown-com.com</a></p>]]></content></entry><entry><title><![CDATA[New Teams section for General Tire]]></title><id>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID24/New-Teams-section-for-General-Tire</id><updated>2008-08-05T16:14:40-04:00</updated><link>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID24/New-Teams-section-for-General-Tire</link><summary><![CDATA[Offroad teams and video...]]></summary><content type="html"><![CDATA[<p>The newly designed Team GT was built to showcase General Tire's ever-growing team sponsorships. Visitors may watch video and see images of their favorite racers.<br /><br />Check it out at <a href="http://www.generaltire.com/TeamGT/">generaltire.com/TeamGT</a></p>]]></content></entry><entry><title><![CDATA[TYDTWDay site wins Adobe Site of The Day!]]></title><id>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID23/TYDTWDay-site-wins-Adobe-Site-of-The-Day</id><updated>2008-06-21T15:01:06-04:00</updated><link>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID23/TYDTWDay-site-wins-Adobe-Site-of-The-Day</link><summary><![CDATA[On June 21st, the Take Your Dog to Work Day site was honored by Adobe with their 'Site of The Day' award.]]></summary><content type="html"><![CDATA[<p>On June 21st, the <a href="http://www.takeyourdog.com" target="_blank">Take Your Dog to Work Day site</a> was honored by Adobe with their '<a href="http://www.adobe.com/cfusion/showcase/index.cfm?event=sotdarchive&amp;year=2008&amp;month=6&amp;loc=en_us" target="_blank">Site of The Day</a>' award.</p>
<p>The ongoing Site of The Day program was created in order to recognize innovative and successful sites built using Adobe products.</p>]]></content></entry><entry><title><![CDATA[Take your dog to work!]]></title><id>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID22/Take-your-dog-to-work</id><updated>2008-05-01T15:15:40-04:00</updated><link>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID22/Take-your-dog-to-work</link><summary><![CDATA[On May 1, BigNoise launched the new Take Your Dog To Work Day microsite for the event. The site was designed and developed to allow visitors to register for the event.]]></summary><content type="html"><![CDATA[<p>On May 1, BigNoise launched the new <a href="http://www.takeyourdog.com" target="_blank">Take Your Dog To Work Day microsite</a> for the event. The site was designed and developed to allow visitors to register for the event, find out how to participate and enter their pooch in a photo contest.<br /><br />First observed in 1999, Take Your Dog To Work Day was created by <a href="http://www.petsit.com" target="_blank">Pet Sitters International</a> to celebrate the great companions dogs make and to encourage their adoption from humane societies, animal shelters and breed rescue clubs. This annual event encourages employers to experience the value of pets in their workplace for this one special day to promote pet adoptions.</p>]]></content></entry><entry><title><![CDATA[Two microsites for Continental Tire]]></title><id>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID20/Two-microsites-for-Continental-Tire</id><updated>2008-04-07T15:15:47-04:00</updated><link>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID20/Two-microsites-for-Continental-Tire</link><summary><![CDATA[On Monday April, 7, the new Continental Tire Ultimate Adventure sweepstakes microsite took flight. The site features a sweepstakes registration which ties in to the BigNoise LOOP system to manage the registrations.]]></summary><content type="html"><![CDATA[<p>On Monday April, 7, the new Continental Tire Ultimate Adventure sweepstakes microsite took flight. The site features a sweepstakes registration which ties in to the BigNoise LOOP system to manage the registrations. Another twist to this site was the addition of a photo contest. The Adventure Photo Gallery offers users the chance to upload their photo in hopes to win a set of Contis. Go ahead, <a href="http://ultimate-adventure.contisweeps.com/gallery.php" target="_blank">show us your best shot</a>!</p>
<p><a href="http://ultimate-adventure.contisweeps.com/" target="_blank">Visit the Ultimate Adventure Microsite &raquo;&nbsp;</a></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Previously BigNoise helped Continental with another sweeps site centered around the launch of the Fantastic Four DVD.</p>
<p><a href="http://f4.contisweeps.com/" target="_blank">Visit the F4 microsite &raquo;</a></p>]]></content></entry><entry><title><![CDATA[Bloom goes green!]]></title><id>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID21/Bloom-goes-green</id><updated>2008-04-01T15:16:00-04:00</updated><link>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID21/Bloom-goes-green</link><summary><![CDATA[Bignoise helped Bloom go green! For the month of April, observing Earth Day (April 22nd), Bloom is offering several specials on Organic items as well as specials on their green shopping bags.]]></summary><content type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Bignoise helped Bloom go green! For the month of April, observing Earth Day (April 22nd), Bloom is offering several specials on Organic items as well as specials on their green shopping bags. To help celebrate, BigNoise turned their site green, designed a green edition of their monthly email newsletter (InBloom) and created a GoOrganic page within their site.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.shopbloom.com" target="_blank">Check it out &raquo; </a></p>]]></content></entry><entry><title><![CDATA[BigNoise launches new site for General Tire]]></title><id>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID19/BigNoise-launches-new-site-for-General-Tire</id><updated>2008-04-01T15:15:54-04:00</updated><link>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID19/BigNoise-launches-new-site-for-General-Tire</link><summary><![CDATA[After designing a new brand identity for General Tire, BigNoise completely reinvented their Web presence, creating a youthful feel and offering a viral, edgy site that will continue to grow as General evolves it's brand.]]></summary><content type="html"><![CDATA[<p>After designing a new brand identity for General Tire, BigNoise completely reinvented their Web presence, creating a youthful feel and offering a viral, edgy site that will continue to grow as General evolves it's brand. BigNoise is currently beginning phase 2 elements for the site including an area that will feature sponsored drivers complete with photos, videos and downloads.<br /><br /><strong><a href="http://www.generaltire.com" target="_blank">Visit the site &raquo;</a></strong></p>]]></content></entry><entry><title><![CDATA[Halo site goes live]]></title><id>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID17/Halo-site-goes-live</id><updated>2007-10-01T15:16:22-04:00</updated><link>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID17/Halo-site-goes-live</link><summary><![CDATA[Following extensive rebranding and advertising efforts by the masterminds at BooneOakley, the BigNoise / BooneOakley duo created and launched a new site for a unique new vacuum cleaner.]]></summary><content type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Following extensive rebranding and advertising efforts by the masterminds at BooneOakley, the BigNoise / BooneOakley duo created and launched a new site for a unique new vacuum cleaner.</p>
<p>The Halo UV-ST Ultraviolet Vaccum is a full-size vacuum designed for reliability and ease of use. It has all the features of other high-end vacuums with one distinct difference - Halo is the only vacuum that kills germs instantly with UV-C technology, not chemicals.</p>
<p><a href="http://halo.bignoiseinteractive.com" target="_blank">Visit Halo Web site &raquo;</a></p>]]></content></entry><entry><title><![CDATA[The NASCAR Hall of Fame picks BigNoise]]></title><id>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID18/The-NASCAR-Hall-of-Fame-picks-BigNoise</id><updated>2007-09-25T15:37:55-04:00</updated><link>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID18/The-NASCAR-Hall-of-Fame-picks-BigNoise</link><summary><![CDATA[The NASCAR Hall of Fame picks BigNoise | BigNoise was selected through an RFP process by CRVA and the NASCAR Hall of Fame to design and develop the NASCAR Hall of Fame Web site.]]></summary><content type="html"><![CDATA[<p>The NASCAR Hall of Fame picks BigNoise | BigNoise was selected through an RFP process by CRVA and the NASCAR Hall of Fame to design and develop the NASCAR Hall of Fame Web site. BigNoise quickly went to work and launced the <a href="http://www.nascarhall.com" target="_blank">'Sneak Peek'</a> site. The new abbreviated site features video and slideshow to give fans a taste of what's coming. Built around the SYNC CMS, the site's main focus is to begin generating target contacts for an upcoming email marketing campaign.<br /><br />BigNoise plans to begin development on the phase 2 site in the first quarter of 2008.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nascarhall.com" target="_blank">Visit NASCAR Hall of Fame 'Sneak Peek' Web site &raquo;</a>&nbsp;</p>]]></content></entry><entry><title><![CDATA[Agility Recovery Solutions overhauls brand message and Web site]]></title><id>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID16/Agility-Recovery-Solutions-overhauls-brand-message-and-Web-site</id><updated>2007-09-07T17:30:45-04:00</updated><link>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID16/Agility-Recovery-Solutions-overhauls-brand-message-and-Web-site</link><summary><![CDATA[On September 7th, BigNoise launched a new site for Agility Recovery Solutions. The site features an interactive presentation of their business proposition.]]></summary><content type="html"><![CDATA[<p>On September 7th, BigNoise launched a new site for Agility Recover Solutions (<a href="http://www.agilityrecovery.com" target="_blank">Agilityrecovery.com</a>). The site features an interactive presentation of their business proposition including a Flash-based member profiles application containing video and audio testimonials. The Web site is built around the BigNoise SYNC content management system allowing Agility to manage several areas of the site.</p>
<p>The site was designed to back up their extensive keyword marketing program and act as a stand-alone sales tool. Taylor Busby, Agility's VP of Marketing, points out, "The site presents information in a way that  helps  us educate   prospects ,  clearly communicate the ultimate benefit of our core products, and streamline our lead generation program. It has been a resounding success for our sales people."</p>
<p>Agility approached BigNoise looking for a new look that would be built around a new buoyant brand message. Along with Ryan Coleman and Adam Roth, BigNoise developed the sustainable and flexible 'tomorrow' campaign to represent the new Agility marketing principles.</p>
<p><a href="http://www2.agilityrecovery.com" target="_blank">Visit Agility Recovery Web site &raquo;</a>&nbsp;</p>]]></content></entry><entry><title><![CDATA[Lime (green energy consultants) site launches]]></title><id>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID15/Lime-green-energy-consultants-site-launches</id><updated>2007-09-01T17:31:50-04:00</updated><link>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID15/Lime-green-energy-consultants-site-launches</link><summary><![CDATA[BigNoise approached the Lime Energy Web site redesign with a full set of challenges. The main goal was to communicate their offerings in a unique way in an already muddied market space.]]></summary><content type="html"><![CDATA[<p>BigNoise approached the <a href="http://www.lime-energy.com" target="_blank">Lime Energy Web site</a> redesign with an full set of challenges. The main goal was to communicate their offerings in a unique way --above their competitors in an already muddied market space. Lime, which is a fusion of Maximum Performance Group, Parke Industries and Kapadia Consulting, had recently been created as a brand to represent the newly emerging leader in the energy consulting market space. Publicly traded on the OTC Bulletin Board under LMEC, their main focus has been to attract investors and become a dominant B2B force in the move to reduce energy consumption and in return, save companies money on their energy bills.</p>
<p>Built around their tagline, 'Less is More', BigNoise developed a three panel platform to communicate their message &mdash; MORE Return, MORE  Clean Air and MORE Comfort. Each of these focus areas feature an algorithm-driven counter that represents savings in it's respective area.</p>
<p>"I really believe the website and our new visual identity is what has really increased the company's profile among customers and investors... we had been TELLING investors who we are, what we do and what we are going to do, and now they have been able to go to the site and SEE.", states Dan Parke, President and COO of Lime.</p>
<p>The site also features a SYNC-driven Success Stories area which was developed to showcase the projects they have completed. This section is searchable by industry and was developed to be indexed by search engines.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.lime-energy.com" target="_blank">Visit Lime Energy Web site&nbsp;&raquo;</a></p>]]></content></entry><entry><title><![CDATA[General Tire: Take It To The Max]]></title><id>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID14/General-Tire-Take-It-To-The-Max</id><updated>2007-03-21T15:16:48-04:00</updated><link>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID14/General-Tire-Take-It-To-The-Max</link><summary><![CDATA[Following a re-branding, General Tire intends to make a big noise with their Take It To The Max Music Tour and Sweepstakes. Consisting of 3 bands and 10 concert dates, this tour was conceived to promote their new launch and the new Altimax line of tires.]]></summary><content type="html"><![CDATA[<div style="padding: 0px 0px 0px 10px; float: right"><img style="padding-bottom: 10px" src="/images/news/releases/gtmax1.jpg" alt="screenshot" /><br /> <img style="padding-bottom: 10px" src="/images/news/releases/gtmax2.jpg" alt="screenshot" /><br /> <img style="padding-bottom: 10px" src="/images/news/releases/gtmax3.jpg" alt="screenshot" /></div>
<p>Following a re-branding, General Tire intends to make a big noise with their Take It To The Max Music Tour and Sweepstakes. Consisting of 3 bands and 10 concert dates, this tour (designed and promoted by Blender Magazine) was conceived to promote their new launch and their new Altimax line of tires.<br /> <br /> BigNoise designed and developed a Flash-based microsite with several features to support the extensive banner marketing (also designed by BigNoise) set to run on the Maxim/Stuff/Blender site network. Features include an mp3 player, mp3 downloads, sweepstakes registration and the ability for users to vote for their favorite band. The winner of the public voting will be awarded an opening act for a major label band at a large venue yet to be determined.<br /> <br /> <a href="http://www.takeittothemaxtour.com" target="_blank">Visit The Site&nbsp;&raquo;</a></p>]]></content></entry><entry><title><![CDATA[BigNoise Reinvents the General Tire Logo]]></title><id>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID13/BigNoise-Reinvents-the-General-Tire-Logo</id><updated>2007-03-01T15:16:55-05:00</updated><link>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID13/BigNoise-Reinvents-the-General-Tire-Logo</link><summary><![CDATA[Continental Tire recently asked BigNoise to design a new brand identity for their General Tire brand. With a new marketing focus on a younger audience, the logo needed to speak out to the X and Y generations.]]></summary><content type="html"><![CDATA[<img style="float: right" src="/images/news/releases/gtlogo.jpg" alt="General Tire" />Continental Tire recently asked BigNoise to design a new brand identity for their General Tire brand. With a new marketing focus on a younger audience, the logo needed to speak out to the X and Y generations.<br /> <br /> The new mark (shown right) introduces a 3-dimensional feel that can act as a stand-alone icon if needed.<br /> <br /> The logo, designed by BigNoise, received overwhelming high ranks within a market focus group prior to finalization and launch.]]></content></entry><entry><title><![CDATA[BigNoise Develops New Suite of Web-based Tools]]></title><id>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID12/BigNoise-Develops-New-Suite-of-Web-based-Tools</id><updated>2006-11-20T15:18:53-05:00</updated><link>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID12/BigNoise-Develops-New-Suite-of-Web-based-Tools</link><summary><![CDATA[Based on the ongoing evaluation of our clients' overlapping requirements, BigNoise found the need to create several tools integrating content management, contact management and workflow.]]></summary><content type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Based on the ongoing evaluation of our clients' overlapping requirements, BigNoise found the need to create several tools integrating content management, contact management and workflow. These applications are designed to empower our clients with leading-edge tools while maintaining a clear and easy-to-use interface:</p>
<p><img style="float: right" src="../images/productLogoSync.png" border="0" alt="BigNoise SYNC" /><strong>BigNoise SYNC&trade; Content Management</strong><br /> BigNoise Sync is a scalable, modular content management system designed to help our clients easily maintain fresh content on their Web sites. Specific areas of text, links and images can edited and maintained as often as needed through web-based forms that provide tools similar to those of familiar applications such as Microsoft Word.</p>
<p><img style="float: right" src="../images/productLogoLoop.png" border="0" alt="BigNoise LOOP" /><strong>BigNoise </strong><strong>LOOP&trade; Contact Management</strong><br /> BigNoise LOOP is a is a comprehensive and easy-to-use mailing and contact list management system. LOOP allows the management of multiple lists and can send plain text or HTML emails to the list of choice. Lists can also be exported as CSV files for use in other applications. LOOP is usually integrated with a data collection form on the public Web site to help continually build lists. As the name implies, the system helps keep our clients' customers in the loop.</p>
<p><img style="float: right" src="../images/productLogoChoreo.png" border="0" alt="BigNoise CHOREO" /><strong>BigNoise </strong><strong>CHOREO&trade; Project Management</strong><br /> BigNoise CHOREO is a tool that allows our clients to keep tuned in to the Web site production process. Clients have password-protected access to Choreo where they will find strategic briefs, project calendars, navigation architectures, creative comps and technical documentation. Choreo helps keep everyone on the same page while keeping the project running smoothly.</p>
<p>##################<br /> <br /> BigNoise, Inc. is a Charlotte, NC based design firm, whose services combine identity design &amp; branding, web design, interactive media, technical strategy and traditional marketing to help clients enhance brand awareness and enable more effective communications with their key audiences.</p>]]></content></entry><entry><title><![CDATA[BigNoise Helps Frontline Conservation Real Estate Create a New Web Site]]></title><id>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID11/BigNoise-Helps-Frontline-Conservation-Real-Estate-Create-a-New-Web-Site</id><updated>2006-11-20T15:18:47-05:00</updated><link>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID11/BigNoise-Helps-Frontline-Conservation-Real-Estate-Create-a-New-Web-Site</link><summary><![CDATA[Frontline Conservation Real Estate is a non-traditional real estate brokerage and land investment firm serving the needs of conservation minded sellers and buyers. Frontline Conservation works with buyers, sellers and conservation organizations.]]></summary><content type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Frontline Conservation Real Estate is a non-traditional real estate brokerage and land investment firm serving the needs of conservation minded sellers and buyers. Frontline Conservation works exclusively with buyers, sellers and conservation organizations to facilitate real estate transactions and capital investment strategies to protect highly valued conservation properties.<br /> <br /> Frontline Consevation Real Estate approached BigNoise looking for a well designed site that would act as an intuitive tool for their potential customers to search their property listings. The result is a distinctive design with a sophisticated property database search and corresponding SYNC CMS module that allows Frontline to easily manage their property listings online.<br /> <br /> <a href="http://www.frontlineconservation.net" target="_blank">Visit the site &raquo;</a><br /> <br /> ##################<br /> <br /> BigNoise, Inc. is a Charlotte, NC based design firm, whose services combine identity design &amp; branding, web design, interactive media, technical strategy and traditional marketing to help clients enhance brand awareness and enable more effective communications with their key audiences.</p>]]></content></entry><entry><title><![CDATA[BigNoise Bags ShopBloom.com]]></title><id>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID10/BigNoise-Bags-ShopBloomcom</id><updated>2006-10-01T15:18:59-04:00</updated><link>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID10/BigNoise-Bags-ShopBloomcom</link><summary><![CDATA[Following extensive re-branding and advertising efforts, Bloom approached BigNoise looking for a site that would bring their fun brand and unique vision to the Web.]]></summary><content type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Following extensive re-branding and advertising efforts, Bloom approached BigNoise looking for a site that would bring their fun brand and unique vision to the Web. BigNoise designed a modular site that features an interactive Flash navigation as well as some sophisticated tools that will help Bloom manage the site as they grow.<br /> <br /> Behind-the-scenes the application includes a CMS (Content management System) that integrates the legacy store database to allow for easy updates to the Store Locator. Content for other areas of the site is also easily managed via the web-based CMS.<br /> <br /> InBloom, Bloom's exclusive periodical, is a hallmark of ShopBloom.com. This application features a public version of the online magazine fed via the corresponding CMS and a monthly email newsletter that is branded and designed to consistently reflect the content of the printed magazine.<br /> <br /> BigNoise worked closely with BooneOakley to provide effective content that is tied in with Bloom's current advertising and marketing campaign.<br /> <br /> In 2004 Food Lion opened five Bloom stores in the Charlotte area to test the concept. The company has since opened an additional 13 stores in South Carolina, Maryland and Virginia and plans to expand to other markets next year.<br /> <br /> Bloom is a supermarket designed to make shopping easier and more comfortable for customers. The aisles are wider, the shelves are lower and there are more employees to provide assistance.<br /> <br /> <a href="http://www.shopbloom.com" target="_blank">Visit the site &raquo;</a><br /> <br /> ##################<br /> <br /> BigNoise, Inc. is a Charlotte, NC based design firm, whose services combine identity design &amp; branding, web design, interactive media, technical strategy and traditional marketing to help clients enhance brand awareness and enable more effective communications with their key audiences.</p>]]></content></entry><entry><title><![CDATA[BooneOakley Site Selected for Prestigious One Show]]></title><id>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID9/BooneOakley-Site-Selected-for-Prestigious-One-Show</id><updated>2006-09-01T15:53:31-04:00</updated><link>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID9/BooneOakley-Site-Selected-for-Prestigious-One-Show</link><summary><![CDATA[The BooneOakley Web site, designed and developed by BigNoise, was recognized on the international stage through the One Show Interactive Awards sponsored by One Club.]]></summary><content type="html"><![CDATA[<p>The BooneOakley Web site, designed and developed by BigNoise, was recognized on the international stage through the One Show Interactive Awards sponsored by One Club. The One Show Advertising Festival is the most widely entered award show by creatives and advertising agencies around the world. This year entries were submitted from over 30 countries making The One Show Festival the largest award show worldwide.<br /> <br /> The awards are based on the concept, design, experience and innovation the work represents. BigNoise was honored with a Merit Award for its unique approach to a site for a full-service ad agency.<br /> <br /> <a href="http://www.booneoakley.com" target="_blank">Visit the site &raquo;</a><br /> <a href="http://www.oneclub.org/os/osi/showcase/?year=2006&amp;id=4834" target="_blank">View Award &raquo;</a><br /> <br /> ##################<br /> <br /> BooneOakley is a full-service, out of the box ad agency. They approached BigNoise looking for a fun and creative site that would be, well, as bizarre as Boone Oakley.<br /> <br /> ##################<br /> <br /> BigNoise, Inc. is a Charlotte, NC based design firm, whose services combine identity design &amp; branding, web design, interactive media, technical strategy and traditional marketing to help clients enhance brand awareness and enable more effective communications with their key audiences.</p>]]></content></entry><entry><title><![CDATA[BigNoise Hires New Technical Director]]></title><id>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID7/BigNoise-Hires-New-Technical-Director</id><updated>2006-02-06T15:19:11-05:00</updated><link>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID7/BigNoise-Hires-New-Technical-Director</link><summary></summary><content type="html"><![CDATA[<p>BigNoise hires Jeremy Walker as Technical Director. <br /><br /> Jeremy Walker began his Web development career forging his own path as a self taught guru and has since worked for RedVentures and ChoicePoint, Inc., where he served as a lead developer and worked with clients such as RadioShack, Aetna, Apple, Unisys and DirectStarTV. <br /><br /> Mr. Walker merges a BA in English, an impeccable taste in slippers, graphic design experience and over six years in professional Web software development to create a skill set invaluable to BigNoise, Inc.</p>]]></content></entry><entry><title><![CDATA[Logan Watts Is Now BigNoise, Inc.]]></title><id>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID3/Logan-Watts-Is-Now-BigNoise-Inc</id><updated>2006-01-10T15:19:18-05:00</updated><link>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID3/Logan-Watts-Is-Now-BigNoise-Inc</link><summary></summary><content type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Logan Watts | Form + Function has undergone a complete re-branding and has officially changed to BigNoise Interactive. The new brand was created in an effort to solidify several ongoing partnerships as well as attract new business. <br /><br /> BigNoise Interactive is a Charlotte, North Carolina based firm providing expertise and integrated services in the following: <br /><br /> <strong>Interactive design</strong><br /> + Web design<br /> + Flash development<br /> + Video and motion<br /> + Electronic presentations and product demos<br /> + Game development <br /><br /> <strong>Branding</strong><br /> + Identity design<br /> + Stationery design<br /> + Collateral design <br /><br /> <strong>Online marketing &amp; advertising</strong><br /> + Online advertising<br /> + HTML email design &amp; development<br /> + Rich media applications<br /> + Broadband video applications<br /> + Mobile marketing <br /><br /> <strong>Strategy &amp; technology</strong><br /> + Web application and database design and development<br /> + Information architecture<br /> + Content management<br /> + e-commerce solutions<br /> + CRM strategy<br /> + Enterprise reporting applications<br /> + Intranet / extranet development<br /> + Consulting</p>]]></content></entry><entry><title><![CDATA[BigNoise helps Shea Homes bring their new brand to life]]></title><id>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID5/BigNoise-helps-Shea-Homes-bring-their-new-brand-to-life</id><updated>2006-01-08T15:19:26-05:00</updated><link>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID5/BigNoise-helps-Shea-Homes-bring-their-new-brand-to-life</link><summary><![CDATA[After creating a thorough and detailed site map and wire-framed experience plan, BigNoise created a fun and exciting design that features video tour guides that talk users through each area of the site.]]></summary><content type="html"><![CDATA[<p>After creating a thorough and detailed site map and wire-framed experience plan, BigNoise created a fun and exciting design that features video tour guides that talk users through each area of the site. The site design also contains a templated approach to the community microsites. The Shea Favorites application allows users to create a profile and save homes and communities to a favorites database where they can return to the site, sign in and compare their selections. <br /><br /> Between BigNoise and the internal Shea IT department, this robust  and scalable site was put together in 3 months for a brand launch that is taking place in quarter one of 2006.</p>]]></content></entry><entry><title><![CDATA[BigNoise launches new site for Boone Oakley]]></title><id>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID2/BigNoise-launches-new-site-for-Boone-Oakley</id><updated>2005-10-30T15:19:35-05:00</updated><link>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID2/BigNoise-launches-new-site-for-Boone-Oakley</link><summary></summary><content type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Boone Oakley is a full-service out of the box ad agency. They approached BigNoise looking for a fun and creative site that would be, well, as bizarre as they are. <br /><br />Boy, this was fun! <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.booneoakley.com" target="_blank">Check it out&nbsp;&raquo;</a></p>]]></content></entry><entry><title><![CDATA[BigNoise launches new site for ScentAir]]></title><id>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID6/BigNoise-launches-new-site-for-ScentAir</id><updated>2005-08-02T15:19:41-04:00</updated><link>http://www.bignoise.com/news-blog/ID6/BigNoise-launches-new-site-for-ScentAir</link><summary></summary><content type="html"><![CDATA[<p><strong>
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What they wanted</strong><br /> A logo and Web site that would help secure their dominant presence in the sensory branding market.  <br /><br /> <strong>What we did</strong><br /> BigNoise created an intuitive and advanced Flash/XML based site that features an interactive ScentStudiesTM area and a password protected news content administrator. <br /><br /> <strong>What happened</strong><br /> ScentAir has been successful in attracting clients such as Omni Hotels, Sony and Exxon. They have also been featured in articles in several respected periodicals such as Fast Company, The Wall Street Journal and USA Today. In July 2005, ScentAir was contracted to create a custom scent that was used in the Hollywood premier of Charlie and The Chocolate Factory. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.scentair.com" target="_blank">Check it out &raquo;</a></p>]]></content></entry></feed>
