Are You Ready to Drink the 'LBS' Kool Aid?
So I finally signed up for Foursquare! On January 21st, Foursquare FINALLY introduced its Blackberry application. Previously it was not available in…
The Business of Politics and Religion: Is it Taboo?
There's an old adage that states one should never discuss religion, politics, or money in polite company. But does it -- and should it -- still hold…
How to Contribute to Drupal: Module Maintenance
In the open-source community, we would be nowhere without the dedication of the numerous volunteers that maintain contributed modules and themes. When…
Nothing Trendy About Quality, Customer-Focused Content
Here's the thing about trends -- they tend to fizzle out. So instead of trying to catch a wave of popularity, businesses should focus on providing…
Face Time, Not Just "FaceTime" Improves Accountability, Understanding
In our digitally focused world, it's easy to fall in love with the convenience and immediacy of digital communications. And while communicating…
Headphone Change Could Leave Adaptive Tech Users Feeling Unplugged
For most people, 3.5 mm is an insignificant distance. But for users of adaptive technology it might prove to be a bit too far of a gap to bridge…
Blue Beanie Day at Digital Echidna
Digital Echidna is proud to support the seventh annual Blue Beanie Day – an event intended to show support of web standards, which is officially…
An Electrifying Transformation: OEB Goes Paperless with Digital First Strategy
Northern digitized the previously manual process for utility companies applying for licenses through the Ontario Energy Board (OEB). They accomplished this by building an online portal that streamlined workflows for applicants and administrators alike.
The Cautionary Tale of Boaty McBoatface
If you've ever been on a large boat, you know that they're impressive wonders of technology. They can move impressively fast and they can carry a lot…
No One-Size-Fits-All Approach to Accessibility
The simple fact of the matter is that there is no one-size-fits-all solution to accessibility issues. So understanding the differing needs of persons…