On Friday 2nd July 2010, News International implemented their controversial paywall system on The Times and Sunday Times websites. Paywall systems are not a new development; examples such as the Financial Times and Autosport already have such systems in place, however, these are generally constrained to niche markets where customers expect to pay to access specialised content about business or sport.

Through the month of November we have been working on the website for First Monster 2010 – a 120km team duathlon, held annually on the banks of Loch Ness. If you’re feeling adventurous, initial registration is open at First Monster and we will be rolling out the full site in mid December – check back then for more information about the event! 

August, saw Spider Online launch the website for Greyhound UK. This is the first time that any marketing project relating to the most famous Bus brand in the world has been awarded outside of the United States.

Greyhound was acquired by FirstGroup in 2007. Spider Online build and maintain First Group’s digital strategy.

The site will form a vital element in the companies focus on customer service. It will continue to be fluid and develop over the coming months.

Online Accommodation Booking With The University of Aberdeen! We have had a busy month at the agency. We have launched a new online student booking system for the University of Aberdeen. This leading edge product takes all of the booking process online.