20th May 2013
Refractiv introduced the keynote speech by Google's Enterprise Territory Manager, Brian Coffey, at an event to mark the 21st anniversary of Wolverhampton University last week.
7th May 2013
Refractiv, one of Yorkshire's leading IT services providers, hosted a training session on the potential of Google Apps Script at the two day Google in Education North of England summit last weekend.
29th April 2013
Refractiv celebrates a year of its innovative Google Apps tips website at Buy Yorkshire 2013
19th April 2013
AccentHansen, part of the HansenGroup, have over 40 years experience of designing, manufacturing and installing steel and glass doors in the UK and beyond. With the help of Refractiv, a leading UK Google Apps Reseller, the Manchester based steel and glass door specialists, have switched to Google Apps almost overnight, reducing costs and supporting a number of their 'lean business' initiatives.
19th March 2013
Formedix, a leading provider of clinical trial automation software and consultancy services, has recently made a successful move to Google Apps for Business.
14th March 2013 - by Ian Weatherhogg, Chief Technical Officer
We love the way that Capsule CRM integrates with apps like Zendesk, so we can see a contact's support tickets embedded into their other details. The integration with Freshbooks also allows us to see invoices, but sadly doesn't show recurring profiles or estimates.
7th March 2013 - by Google Enterprise Blog
Our look at Worldwide Gone Google Stories from the Google Enterprise Blog. Japan's All Nippon Airways now en route to the digital cloud with Google Apps for Business.
7th March 2013 - by Google Enterprise Blog
Our look at Worldwide Gone Google Stories from the Google Enterprise Blog. Prisma Media, a French magazine publisher saves 30 percent in 45 days and cuts one third of email costs with Google Apps for Business.
24th January 2013 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
Google has announced Google Slides is now available offline, and Spreadsheets will follow soon.
17th January 2013 - by Google Enterprise Blog
Our look at Worldwide Gone Google Stories from the Google Enterprise Blog. Randstad, the Netherlands-based global provider of HR services and the second largest staffing organization in the world explains how Google Apps means their 29,000 employees can do things that weren't possible before.
21st December 2012 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
Google has announced improved Microsoft Office document conversion and handling, plus a new iPad app exclusively for Google Apps for Business users.
17th December 2012
Refractiv recently helped Ford Main Dealer, Paynes of Hinckley, transform their e-mail and internal communication by implementing Google Apps for Business.
14th December 2012
Refractiv recently helped a business, already wise to the benefits of Cloud, to make a transition to Google Apps.
13th December 2012
In November, Refractiv hosted West Midlands Cloud Brief 2012 at Birmingham Science Park.
29th November 2012
The Czech Republic is famous for its beer production and consumption but in October it hosted an altogether more mind expanding event.
16th November 2012
A Google Hangout is a great way to collaborate with colleagues face to face, and now you can invite even more people into one.
11th October 2012
Google have launched a new languages feature in Gmail. Users can now type in up to 75 languages on a series of virtual keyboards.
4th October 2012 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
Google Apps for Business administrators can now specify different settings for user groups, or organisational units.
19th September 2012 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
Google have announced the successful completion of a stringent data security audit of Google Apps and Vault by Ernst & Young.
14th September 2012 - by Google Enterprise Blog
Our look at Worldwide Gone Google Stories from the Google Enterprise Blog. Simply Hired, the world's most comprehensive job site, explains how Google Apps has brought a new level of transparency and collaboration among its teams.
11th September 2012 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
As the demand for mobile working continues to grow, Google Drive continues to improve. This video showcases the latest update.
6th September 2012 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
Google Spreadsheets now has improved comment capabilities, similar to those available in Google Docs and Presentations.
6th September 2012 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
If you haven't tried Google+ yet now is the time to consider how it can benefit your business.
4th September 2012 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
Refractiv was invited to showcase Google Apps for Business at Mobile Monday Birmingham by Birmingham Science Park
30th August 2012 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
Users can now set permissions for single cells and cell ranges in Google Spreadsheets.
15th August 2012 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
Refractiv announced today that it has become a Premier SMB Reseller of the Google Apps™ suite of communication and collaboration tools.
13th July 2012 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
A move to Google Apps for Business has transformed sales processes and reduced IT headaches for MDM Publishing Limited.
29th June 2012 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
Google has announced that users can now edit Google Docs offline, great news for the more than 5 million businesses now using Google Apps worldwide.
15th June 2012 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
The new Google bar has started rolling out to all Google Apps users, introducing a cleaner look and more screen space.
14th June 2012 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
Refractiv has moved its head office to Round Foundry near Leeds city centre.
7th June 2012 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
Google have announced that Gmail is now available in Welsh and Latin American Spanish, bringing the total number of supported languages to 56.
30th May 2012 - by Google Enterprise Blog
Our look at Worldwide Gone Google Stories from the Google Enterprise Blog. The Roche Group, a leader in research-focused healthcare with combined strengths in pharmaceuticals and diagnostics, is using Google Apps to combat platform interoperability issues.
29th May 2012 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
Google Apps for Business has earned ISO 27001 certification, one of the most widely recognised, internationally accepted independent security standards.
16th May 2012 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
Google Docs has received a nice improvement, a fact finding pane that allows users to conduct research using a Google Search inside a Google Document.
15th May 2012
Google have released a short animated video and the Story of Send, an interactive website mapping the journey of an email through their data centres.
14th May 2012 - by Ian Weatherhogg, Chief Technical Officer
I was chatting to a key client today who hasn't yet embraced Google Docs. He said "We're power users of Word and Excel, so it's really not going to happen."
10th May 2012
The latest Google blog includes a short video perfectly summarising why so many companies and individuals are choosing Google Apps to improve their business and personal lives.
8th May 2012 - by Google Enterprise Blog
Our look at Worldwide Gone Google Stories from the Google Enterprise Blog. D-Link, a global leader in providing network connectivity solutions to small and medium businesses, is using Google Apps to connect it's workforce in over 90 offices worldwide.
4th May 2012 - by Google Enterprise Blog
Our look at Worldwide Gone Google Stories from the Google Enterprise Blog. Johnston Press, a leading local newspaper publisher in the UK, has just announced a bold plan to transform its sales operations - with a little help from Google Apps for Business
24th April 2012 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
The rumour mill has been rife recently about Google Drive, a cloud storage solution built right into Google Apps. We've not been allowed to talk about it, but now the covers are off and Drive is Live.
12th April 2012 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
Recent improvements to the Gmail offline app for Google Chrome have introduced the ability to adjust settings and download attachments.
4th April 2012 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
Ascentis, a firm of accountants, tax advisers, business development specialists and registered auditors with offices in Leeds City Centre and Ilkley, has switched to Google Apps for Business with the help of Refractiv - a leading Google Apps Reseller in the UK.
13th March 2012 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
The Refractiv team are preparing for a busy March full of presentations, seminars and exhibitions. Check out our Events section for more details.
6th March 2012 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
After meeting Refractiv at Venturefest, new startup, Crowdbait is now confidently using Google Apps for Business and CapsuleCRM.
2nd March 2012 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
Audacious Church, a fun loving, growing, enthusiastic church in Manchester has switched to Google Apps for Business.
1st March 2012 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
Evocutis plc, an AIM-listed leading dermatology company based in Wetherby, West Yorkshire approached Refractiv to create a modern website to reflect the company's new branding and improve communications with customers and licencees.
1st March 2012 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
As you may have heard, today sees the launch of a new, simplified Google privacy policy. This policy does not affect Google Apps for Business users, and nothing has really changed, but it's worth exploring further.
28th February 2012 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
In January Backupify posted a blog article sharing some interesting facts they had taken from an analysis of Google Apps users buying their add on products.
25th February 2012 - by Ian Weatherhogg, Chief Technical Officer
We were sharing Gmail tips with each other recently and lamented the fact that we didn't all know all the nifty tricks and hints.
It left us thinking - wouldn't it be brilliant if there was a site full of tips across all areas of Google Apps, that we could share and discuss with each other and with the wider Google Apps community?
23rd February 2012 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
Google has updated the interface for Presentations, introducing the same Comments and Discussions facility we see in Google Docs.
20th February 2012 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
Refractiv is delighted to announce that it has been successful in application for entry into the UK Government G-Cloud buying initiative.
17th February 2012 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
Connect Yorkshire, a not-for-profit company that helps businesses in Yorkshire and the Humber with debt/equity funding, has switched from Microsoft Office 365 to Google Apps for Business.
16th February 2012 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
With the latest version of Google Analytics there is a Beta feature that will show you what is happening on your site as it happens.
10th February 2012 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
The new Styles feature in Google Docs lets you customise the look of headings and text in your document directly from your toolbar.
3rd February 2012 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
Yesterday morning Refractiv hosted an Executive Briefing on Google Apps for Business. The event was attended by a wide range of companies from the Yorkshire area.
27th January 2012 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
On Wednesday February 8th Refractiv is exhibiting as part of the Innovation Showcase at Venturefest Yorkshire. We'll be showcasing our cloud solutions, including Google Apps and advanced websites, to entrepreneurs and other visitors.
23rd January 2012 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
Liquid Accounts, market leaders and specialists in Online Accounting Software, has made the transition from Microsoft Outlook 2007 and an internal Exchange server to Google Apps for Business.
12th January 2012 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
Snap Galleries has recently launched a new publishing arm, Ormond Yard Press. Refractiv has created a new page on the Snap website using some interesting techniques to showcase the first of a planned range of ultra large format hardcover photo books.
6th January 2012 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
At this time of year we usually set down a few of the team's wishes for the year ahead. So without further ado, here's our cloud based technology wishlist for 2012.
22nd December 2011
We'd like to wish all Refractiv customers and website visitors a very Merry Christmas. As 2012 approaches, why not make a New Year resolution to discover how your company can benefit from transitioning to the cloud.
22nd December 2011 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
Amit Singh, Vice President, Google Enterprise has blogged today about the roadmap for Google Apps moving into 2012. Focusing on three key areas: cloud, mobile and social, Amit shares his thoughts on plans for next year.
14th December 2011 - by Ian Weatherhogg, Chief Technical Officer
5th December 2011 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
A very useful tip! Use this lab to edit your Google Calendar view to only include the hours you wish to see.
29th November 2011 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
Last week Refractiv hosted an Executive Briefing on Google Apps for Business. The turnout was excellent and we'd like to thank all who came.
25th November 2011 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
Google have rolled out the new design for Google Docs, to match other improvements we have reported recently.
17th November 2011 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
After a well publicised false start at the beginning of the month, Google have re-launched their Gmail app for iOS, and it is rather good.
9th November 2011 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
It's often the case for web design companies that your own website seems to be a poor relation to ones you develop for clients. That's why we're happy to be able to brag about our new website update. Let us know what you think!
28th October 2011 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
Google Apps for Business users can now access Google+ using their Google account, opening up some interesting opportunities for integrated collaboration.
26th October 2011 - by Ian Weatherhogg, Chief Technical Officer
This article was published in September as part of the techmesh techbytes monthly column on the Business Desk website.
17th October 2011 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
We've waited a while for it, but Google has finally launched an offline version of Gmail, Google Calendar and Google Docs. We're already putting it to good use.
5th October 2011 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
Refractiv is pleased to announce the launch of another website in co-ordination with FireBrand Communications. The new website is for Delta Fire (Australiasia) Pty Ltd, specialists in high-hazard fire protection.
29th September 2011
The exhibition, which is being held at the Royal Armouries on the 13th October, is organised by techmesh, the region's only dedicated IT & Telecoms member network. Come and visit us on Stand 28.
22nd September 2011 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
Google Docs users have long been able to add page numbers when printing documents or saving as a pdf. However, the ability to add a page number and count directly into a document - so that they could be seen on screen - was missing, until now.
16th September 2011 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
Refractiv hosted an Executive Briefing on Google Apps and cloud computing for the Leeds, York and North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce this week.
31st August 2011 - by Ian Weatherhog, Chief Technical Officer
One of the main reasons behind a company move to the cloud is security and reliability. It also happens to be the main objection. So Google have put together ten reasons to trust them with your data.
25th August 2011 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
Recently we've seen some really professional improvements to the look and feel of Google Apps. Further evidence that cloud-based systems are constantly evolving, without the need for expensive upgrades.
4th August 2011 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
Since hearing about its impact in the USA, we've been waiting with bated breath for Google Voice here at Refractiv. The latest Google blog has just announced its imminent arrival.
1st August 2011 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
The latest Google Enterprise blog announces the decision of ITV to switch from Microsoft to Google. It's worth recounting the press release as it perfectly summarises how Google Apps can transform the way a business works.
12th July 2011 - by Ian Weatherhog, Chief Technical Officer
Using Refractiv's powerful content management system, MySiteAdmin, your website's content can now be dynamically powered from Google Documents and Spreadsheets.
7th July 2011 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
The Cotswolds Conservation Board has unveiled two brand new websites for rural skills courses and activities across the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB).
6th July 2011 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
MDM Publishing Limited, a fire protection and firefighting magazine publisher is looking to the future with a new website which offers more to their readership.
27th June 2011 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
Microsoft has now launched Office 365. In their latest blog Google have shared their perspective, and it's well worth summarising.
10th June 2011 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
Sometimes we are blown away by ideas some of our customers have. If you are stuck for content, take a look at what Flowquip have done.
26th May 2011 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
Further to last month's look at the new EU e-Privacy law, yesterday the Information Commissioner's Office announced that website owners would have a year to comply.
5th May 2011 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
Link building is crucial to SEO, it's how Google and other search engines gauge who likes and respects your website. Take a look at our top five ways to build these important links.
12th April 2011 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
A look at the new EU e-Privacy legislation all about and how will it affect our customer websites and others in the UK.
4th April 2011 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
The recent launch of Google Cloud Connect for Microsoft Office brings the benefits of cloud computing to Word, Excel and PowerPoint - all you need is Google Apps.
23rd March 2011 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
Google Apps is a great way to collaborate with your colleagues; now Discussions in Google Docs makes it even easier.
10th March 2011 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
Financial-i, the voice of the global transaction banking business, has launched an updated version of its popular website - www.financial-i.com.
9th March 2011 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
We'd love to have the time to read all of our web customers' newswires, but sadly we only get the chance when we're helping to debug or fine tune their templates. However there's one newswire we all subscribe to - Snap's.
24th February 2011 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
On the 1st March 2011 the Advertising Standards Authority will begin monitoring online advertising and marketing communications, what could it mean for your website?
18th February 2011 - by Luke Barratt, Web Developer
There are a multitude of add-ons for Firefox and Chrome. So many in fact that it's easy to waste hours trying some of them out. To save you time, these are 5 of the best for webmasters - in my opinion.
11th February 2011 - by Ian Weatherhog, Chief Technical Officer
A "catch all" email address is a mailbox that is configured to receive emails sent to addresses that do not exist in your domain eg ain@refractiv.co.uk. There is debate about the usefulness of a catch-all address, but is it right for your business?
4th February 2011 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
A well managed email campaign or monthly newsletter can drive traffic to your website and produce vital online or offline sales. Maximise the effectiveness of your next campaign with these five tips.
28th January 2011 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
Is social networking just a fad or something your business should take seriously? Below I'll explain a little about the 3 platforms you probably should have a presence on, the opportunities they present and let you in on a few tips to get you started.
20th January 2011 - by Ian Weatherhogg, Chief Technical Officer
In 2010, Gmail was available 99.984 percent of the time, for both business and consumer users. Google's aim for 2011 is to improve that to 99.99 percent and make GMail as reliable as the dial tone on your landline.
14th January 2011 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
Online and offline advertising often invites potential customers to visit your site - with a click, a typed in URL, or a Google search. Guiding those prospects to a carefully crafted landing page that's tuned to their needs will yield significantly more returns than simply sending them to your homepage.
6th January 2011 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
It's that time of year again, a time for reflection on the past and a look into the future, yes it's wish list time! Here's what the team at Refractiv would like to see in the year ahead.
6th December 2010 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
Last week wasn't great here in Yorkshire with levels of snow most of us had not seen before, but Refractiv maintained productivity with the help of cloud computing.
3rd December 2010 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
Southmid Limited, sole UK distributors for the Bracketron range of in-car solutions for Sat-Navs and electronic devices, has launched its new-look website designed by Refractiv.
22nd November 2010
PAT Technology, a Canadian company offering air management systems to the printing industry, has recently launched a new website designed by Refractiv.
3rd November 2010 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
In-Page Analytics is a visual tool that can really help you understand visitor activity
5th October 2010 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
The techmesh EXPO at the Royal Armouries in Leeds was a great experience for us, thanks to all those who visited our stand.
16th September 2010
Refractiv will be exhibiting on Stand 31 at the techmesh IT and Telecoms EXPO 2010 on the 30th September at the Royal Armouries, Leeds.
3rd September 2010 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
Fume extraction specialist Purex International switched to Google Apps with Refractiv.
23rd August 2010 - by Webmaster
Google has announced improved IMAP and PST data migration
23rd July 2010 - by Webmaster
Preparing for emergencies with Google Earth Enterprise.
22nd July 2010 - by Refractiv Team
Personal Property Alerts enhance Charnock Bates service.
8th July 2010 - by Mark Williams, Senior Consultant
The latest techmesh collaboration and networking event took place on the 30th June in Sheffield, and some of the Refractiv team went along.
29th June 2010
As an authorised reseller of the Google Apps™ suite of communication and collaboration tools, Refractiv can provide a full range of services to smooth your transition to Google Apps from legacy email and office solutions, including Microsoft Exchange and Office.
22nd June 2010 - by Refractiv Sales
Refractiv is exhibiting at techmesh IT & Telecoms EXPO 2010 in Leeds this September. Visit our stand to learn about Google Apps, see some of our best sites and have a demo of our powerful content management system.
17th June 2010
Clive Mark Schoolwear, specialist in school uniform and sportswear, has launched a new website with the aim of supplying high-quality schoolwear on the internet at the lowest price.
15th June 2010
Our SEO and internet marketing workshop is a handy guide through the unfamiliar world of search engine optimisation.
8th June 2010
Richard and Amanda got more than they bargained for when visiting a long standing Refractiv client recently.
24th May 2010
Fume extraction specialist Purex International has launched a new global website.
5th May 2010
Refractiv customer Cromwell Trucks is not only expanding its stock of late model vehicles but is also seeing increased website traffic and sales enquiries.
30th April 2010
Techmesh has selected Refractiv, the Yorkshire-based web and software development company, to develop its advanced member portal
15th March 2010
Swivel PINsafe Awarded CCTM Accreditation
1st January 2010
From us all at Refractiv, a very happy New Year to all our customers and partners.
