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Cimex regularly researches and publishes industry relevant comment and debate on issues that affect our clients’ business. We believe in open dialogue and access to up to the minute information on usability and accessibility issues.
Mobile learning and social care
15 October 2009
A Cimex study has shown that users are keen to access learning resources through their mobile phones - but only if they're easily integrated into work situations and user needs.
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Why do clients hate web accessibility?
12 October 2009
Apart from the trails and tribulations of developing accessible websites and applications, one of the biggest challenges the community faces is clients buying into accessibility.
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How do teens use Twitter?
17 July 2009
Gauging Twitter's popularity and usage among teen audiences appears to be a hot topic right now, following the publication of numerous reports and an odd story about an intern at Morgan Stanley.
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User behaviour on mobile sites
2 July 2009
The usability of mobile sites has become increasingly important when it comes to attracting, engaging and retaining customers.
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Crime mapping and insurance
15 June 2009
How could insurers exploit crime mapping to help explain the difference between one area's premiums and the neighbouring town or county?
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Cimex only digital agency at Crime Mapping Conference
15 June 2009
Cimex presenting at the 7th annual Crime Mapping Conference this year - the only digital agency to present.
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CBBC Accessible Newsreader reinforces value of UCD
8 June 2009
By understanding the problems and barriers user groups face, the BBC has built a truly accessible and user-friendly website.
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CBBC iPlayer
19 December 2008
Find out Cimex helped refine the new CBBC iPlayer service by conducting usability testing using cutting edge eye tracking facilities.
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Accessibility Study: GOJO website - Part 2
7 November 2008
Part 2 of Cimex's accessibility user testing sessions for GOJO, a website which aimed to get more young people using public transport. Read the outcome of the research, conducted on behalf of the Disability Rights Commission (DRC).
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Accessibility Study: GOJO website - Part 1
7 November 2008
Cimex conducted accessibility user testing sessions on GOJO, a new website which aimed to get more young people using public transport. Read the outcome of the research, conducted on behalf of the Disability Rights Commission (DRC).
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Usability Study of Skype 4.0 Beta 1 - Part 1
11 July 2008
A usability study by Cimex has revealed Skype's new Beta may prove difficult to use for some users, due to weaknesses in presentation, navigation, structure and functionality.
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Usability Study of Skype 4.0 Beta 1 - Part 2
11 July 2008
Read the second part of our usability study on Skype's new Beta, which reveals potential difficulties with its presentation, navigation, structure and functionality.
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Usability of next-generation interfaces - ubiquitous computing
22 April 2008
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Users key to site revamp
28 August 2007
Cimex Producer, David Mercado, explains how the interactive company is using personas and scenarios to make sure Ability’s new website works for its demanding users.
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Best practice approaches of portals
21 March 2007
‘The days of ad hoc development are receding.’
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How eye tracking can improve website usability
21 March 2007
Cimex Usability expert Dr. Katerina Tzanidou reveals how eye tracking software can radically inform the design of digital media projects.
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