We are nearing the completion of a major upgrade to SalonGeek.com and want to take a moment to update you on some significant changes that will be coming very soon.
The last major overhaul to the site took place almost 10 years ago. Since then, my day job has had me busy and kept us on the current platform you see today.
The new platform gives us an opportunity to refocus on the features and core functions of the site. Specifically: on professional discussion and interaction.
Mobile first
Our mobile App is highly used and a very convenient way to be able to access the site. However whole sections of the site cannot be accessed with the App. Even trying to edit qualifications can be impossible. In short, it prevents us from having a consistent experience for all users.
The new SalonGeek.com is specifically designed to be responsive and mobile friendly. This will enable us to provide a consistent experience for all members. It will also eliminate many of the challenges we have that are specifically associated with the app.
Social Groups
This is an area of the site that for the most part simply hasn't worked. Part of the problem is the inaccessibility of the app. Another part is that it fractures discussions. They will be going.
Other
There are other areas that will go too (articles, tutorials, news, etc...) that are niceties but aren't core to discussion.
When ?
I am finishing up the last round of changes. As long as that goes smoothly it could be as early as this weekend. Possibly as late as next. Note that the site will be down for the majority of the day so if you swing by and its down... you know what's coming next
See you on the other side
The last major overhaul to the site took place almost 10 years ago. Since then, my day job has had me busy and kept us on the current platform you see today.
The new platform gives us an opportunity to refocus on the features and core functions of the site. Specifically: on professional discussion and interaction.
Mobile first
Our mobile App is highly used and a very convenient way to be able to access the site. However whole sections of the site cannot be accessed with the App. Even trying to edit qualifications can be impossible. In short, it prevents us from having a consistent experience for all users.
The new SalonGeek.com is specifically designed to be responsive and mobile friendly. This will enable us to provide a consistent experience for all members. It will also eliminate many of the challenges we have that are specifically associated with the app.
Social Groups
This is an area of the site that for the most part simply hasn't worked. Part of the problem is the inaccessibility of the app. Another part is that it fractures discussions. They will be going.
Other
There are other areas that will go too (articles, tutorials, news, etc...) that are niceties but aren't core to discussion.
When ?
I am finishing up the last round of changes. As long as that goes smoothly it could be as early as this weekend. Possibly as late as next. Note that the site will be down for the majority of the day so if you swing by and its down... you know what's coming next
See you on the other side