Mar 15, 2017 | Apps, Apps We've Built, General, Uncategorized
Is A Small Business App For You?
Mobile Apps Should be Part of Your Marketing Mix
Apps? Really? Like Clash of Clans?
Perhaps not like Clash of Clans, but yes. With over two billion smartphones in the world today and each iPhone launch causing people to line up for days to get one, no one can deny the pervasive effect smartphones have garnered over the last few years.
And it isn’t going to change soon. With online habits moving increasingly from desktop to tablets and smartphones, more and more people look for and act on local information on their mobile device- whether it is reservations at their favorite restaurant, a ticket to their favorite team, or just what tomorrow’s weather will be. And mobile apps are increasingly how they do this.
Now through May 15th, our app prices have been slashed to as low as $397 for the development and only $97/month! This is a first-year saving of over $500! Click below to get all of the details.
So if you don’t have an app already, do you need one?
Probably, if not definitely. To date, there have been over 50 billion app downloads from the Apple App Store driving over $60 billion in revenue by 2018.
With increasing smartphone use, consumers increasingly are demanding constant access to information and data which can quickly only be delivered by apps. Using a smaller footprint and requiring fewer resources to run, apps quickly and effectively can answer this need. Apps give your customers the service they need!
Why Not Just a Mobile Website?
Though mobile websites are also a key element in a successful marketing plan, an app provides much more:
- Increased flexibility gives small and local businesses a competitive advantage over larger and more entrenched competitors.
- Connect with your customers anytime from anywhere, even if your brick and mortar location is closed.
- Apps improve internal effectiveness by letting them communicate, check inventory and other key functions.
- Apps are quicker than mobile websites in entering data, taking orders, and other simple tasks. The simpler placing an order is, the higher your sales will go!
- Apps are convenient. With consumers pressed for time, increasingly the fastest and easiest option wins out and becomes a brand standard.
- Apps are increasingly becoming accepted as a requirement for businesses of all sizes. Organizations without them may run the risk of being perceived as less responsive to consumer needs.
But Mobile Apps are Expensive, Aren’t They?
Yes, they can be- especially for the novice. At JVI Mobile we give you two options to create your own App. We empower you to create, edit, and manage your own apps for a variety of platforms including iPhone and Android through our own system.
But if you’d like a completely turnkey solution we have a special offer for Spring 2017. After consulting with you for your specific needs, we will build your App for you for $397 with monthly maintenance or only $97 (some restrictions apply). This deal won’t last long so contact us today!
At JVI Mobile, we are passionate about creating and growing awesome social relationships. Tell us how we can help grow or create your mobile app and grow your business!
Sep 14, 2015 | Clients, Uncategorized
When the Downtown South Boston organization asked if we could work on their existing web site to keep it updated, we didn’t even hesitate to say yes. Since we were new to the area, having such a vital organization for the area on board meant we could help grow the area in a really professional manner.
September is a big month for the small town of South Boston, VA. Downtown is the host of the annual South Boston Harvest Festival, a gathering of vendors, artists, musicians, dancers and local businesses sharing their talents and offerings with the community.
We have been hard at work updating the schedule and performers pages the last few weeks and the folks we work with there have been spectacular to work with!
Jun 26, 2015 | Clients, Graphic Design, Uncategorized
Frank L. Williams
Client Profile
So, for the last few months I have been going back and forth with revisions, edits, sizes, social media proofs and more with a really awesome client named Frank Williams, who was finishing up a book called After the Republic.
Here is a synopsis of the book:
Chaos. Conflict. Lawlessness.
An uncertain future in a strange place. The American republic has crumbled. Joshua Winston, a reluctant leader who had hoped to enjoy a quiet, peaceful retirement from politics, is forced off of the sidelines. Now, he must lead a group of Americans determined to survive in the dangerous new world they face. He takes great pains to steer his group clear of the chaos that reigns after the republic, but fears that the conflict will inevitably find its way to them.
Sound exciting? It is.
The book was officially released a few weeks ago to some really great reviews, and I would review it now, but we will have to wait a few days because I could only review the first 75 jaw dropping pages. I would also say that I cannot put it down, but thanks to things like running a business, well… you get the idea.
When Frank asked me if I would design the book cover and associated social media graphics, I was honored, but I must say a little nervous as well. Though I have been playing with graphics and design for the last 20 years, only in the last 3 have I been doing it professionally. On top of that, just about all of that has been for the web. The social media graphics would be easy.. The print for a book? Well, I was initially hesitant.
One of the things JVI Mobile prides itself on is being “obsessed with engaging awesome social relationships”. No really, it’s our company motto. I knew that I could design a book cover that would be indicative of the quality of work that would help Frank sell his book, and that we would be proud and honored to have in our portfolio.
So I went to work.
Revision 1…
Revision 2…
Revision 3…
The best part about it was that with each revision,
something magical was happening. I realized that this was becoming a very real experience and that I would help Frank reach his goal of having a successful book. Also, it didn’t hurt that I was working with a very creative client who had a clear vision for what he wanted and had just wrote this literary masterpiece (well, the first 75 pages at least, lol).
In May, we finished our collaboration and the book went to press. In that time, Frank also had me working on social media images in various sizes for ads, Facebook, Twitter, and banners.
That part was easy, given my years of experience in designing marketing graphics.
So, after a few months and 7 (or so) revisions, and years of Frank’s hard work, sweat and tears (I would’ve said blood, but not sure unless he got some paper cuts along the way), After the Republic went to press. I was happy to order a copy, see the kind attribution on page 1, and start reading.
I told Frank that I can’t wait to give him a review of the book real soon, and that I would share this with my clients and friends. As a fellow marketing-minded business owner, he was excited and sent me some links to share. It is available on Kindle or paperback. I will be recommending paperback of course in this instance!
Here is the final product and I think you’ll enjoy it as much as I have so far.
For more information on how we can grow your business online, or if you need design (rhyme), please contact us today!
Jay Vics is the owner and president of JVI Mobile, a full service small business digital marketing firm in the southeastern U.S.
Jun 26, 2015 | Clients, Uncategorized
Frank L. Williams
Client Profile
So, for the last few months I have been going back and forth with revisions, edits, sizes, social media proofs and more with a really awesome client named Frank Williams, who was finishing up a book called After the Republic.
Here is a synopsis of the book:
Chaos. Conflict. Lawlessness.
An uncertain future in a strange place. The American republic has crumbled. Joshua Winston, a reluctant leader who had hoped to enjoy a quiet, peaceful retirement from politics, is forced off of the sidelines. Now, he must lead a group of Americans determined to survive in the dangerous new world they face. He takes great pains to steer his group clear of the chaos that reigns after the republic, but fears that the conflict will inevitably find its way to them.
Sound exciting? It is.
The book was officially released a few weeks ago to some really great reviews, and I would review it now, but we will have to wait a few days because I could only review the first 75 jaw dropping pages. I would also say that I cannot put it down, but thanks to things like running a business, well… you get the idea.
When Frank asked me if I would design the book cover and associated social media graphics, I was honored, but I must say a little nervous as well. Though I have been playing with graphics and design for the last 20 years, only in the last 3 have I been doing it professionally. On top of that, just about all of that has been for the web. The social media graphics would be easy.. The print for a book? Well, I was initially hesitant.
One of the things JVI Mobile prides itself on is being “obsessed with engaging awesome social relationships”. No really, it’s our company motto. I knew that I could design a book cover that would be indicative of the quality of work that would help Frank sell his book, and that we would be proud and honored to have in our portfolio.
So I went to work.
Revision 1…
Revision 2…
Revision 3…
The best part about it was that with each revision,
something magical was happening. I realized that this was becoming a very real experience and that I would help Frank reach his goal of having a successful book. Also, it didn’t hurt that I was working with a very creative client who had a clear vision for what he wanted and had just wrote this literary masterpiece (well, the first 75 pages at least, lol).
In May, we finished our collaboration and the book went to press. In that time, Frank also had me working on social media images in various sizes for ads, Facebook, Twitter, and banners.
That part was easy, given my years of experience in designing marketing graphics.
So, after a few months and 7 (or so) revisions, and years of Frank’s hard work, sweat and tears (I would’ve said blood, but not sure unless he got some paper cuts along the way), After the Republic went to press. I was happy to order a copy, see the kind attribution on page 1, and start reading.
I told Frank that I can’t wait to give him a review of the book real soon, and that I would share this with my clients and friends. As a fellow marketing-minded business owner, he was excited and sent me some links to share. It is available on Kindle or paperback. I will be recommending paperback of course in this instance!
Here is the final product and I think you’ll enjoy it as much as I have so far.
For more information on how we can grow your business online, or if you need design (rhyme), please contact us today!
Jay Vics is the owner and president of JVI Mobile, a full service small business digital marketing firm in the southeastern U.S.
May 13, 2015 | Apps, Apps We've Built, Clients, Reputation Management, SMS Marketing, Social Media Management and Optimization (SMM, SMO), Social WiFi Marketing, Uncategorized
World of Sports Family Fun Center is a landmark attraction in South Boston Virginia for over 40 years! Our 85,000 sqft center hosts a World Class Bowling center with Pro Shop. Next to that, there is a modern arcade with the top games on the planet. Adjacent to that, we have a brand new for 2015 Lazer Tag Arena, with full scoring and competitions.
In addition to the games, World of Sports offers 2 full size cinema screen theater sowing the latest blockbuster Hollywood hits.
On the other side of the facility is our indoor roller skating rink, with all of the lights and audio that makes skating fun.
In the center of it all is Spare Times Grill and Bar. Fun for the whole family. Now, this isn’t your typical bowling alley fare. Spare Times offers delicious american lunch a dinner specials like prime rib and filet mignon, or comfort foods like buffalo wings with many sauce flavors. We also host live entertainment and sometimes bigger concerts.
Did I mention this is all under one roof?
JVI Mobile, JVI Social and SMS Campaigns are the three services we are providing for World of Sports. To join their Text Message Marketing list, you can send the Keyword WOSSTG to 41242.
