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What You Need to Know About the Phone Line Switch Off: Transitioning to Digital Technology

As technology continues to advance, so too do our methods of communication. One of the most significant changes on the horizon for landline phone users in the UK is the transition from traditional copper networks to advanced digital technology. At O’Brien Media, we recognise the impact this shift can have on both businesses and individuals. In this blog post, we will explore what you need to...
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O’Brien Media Midas Connector Plugin for WordPress

The O'Brien Media Midas Connector Plugin for WordPress provides WordPress core, theme, and plugin version information to O'Brien Media's Midas system to provide update notifications and assist in security monitoring of your website. Download to install on WordPress Version: 1.3 Release date: 22/09/2024 Developer: O'Brien Media (Pembroke Digital Limited) Installation: Log in to WordPress, visit...
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The Rise of AI in Small Business: How to Leverage Technology for Growth

In today’s fast-paced digital world, small businesses are continuously navigating a landscape that evolves at lightning speed. One of the most significant advancements of recent years is artificial intelligence (AI). For small businesses in Swindon and beyond, AI presents both opportunities and challenges. At O’Brien Media, we recognise that integrating AI into your business strategy might...
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Why Small Businesses Need Their Own Website Beyond Social Media

In today’s digital world, the online presence of a small business is more crucial than ever. While platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter are essential for engaging with customers and promoting your business, they should not be the sole focus of your digital strategy. A dedicated website remains a vital asset for any small business, offering benefits that social media alone cannot...
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Why O’Brien Media is Proud to be a Living Wage Employer

At O'Brien Media, we believe that our employees are our greatest asset. Our commitment to social responsibility and fair treatment is reflected in our decision to become a Living Wage employer. The Living Wage is a voluntary commitment to pay our staff a wage that meets the real cost of living, and we are proud to uphold this standard. Here’s why this commitment matters to us and why it should...
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Microsoft IT Outage – O’Brien Media Services Unaffected

In the wake of the global IT outage linked to Microsoft and CrowdStrike, businesses and services across the UK have experienced significant disruptions. The issues, which began early on July 19th, 2024, and resulted in Sky News being unable to broadcast on TV and livetreams, have also impacted major airlines, banks, and public services including the NHS, causing widespread delays and operational...
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WordPress 6.6: Elevating Your Website Design and Performance

WordPress continues to innovate and evolve, offering users greater control, flexibility, and design options with the release of WordPress 6.6. This latest version brings an array of new features and improvements. Here’s a detailed look at what WordPress 6.6 has to offer: Create and Deploy Beautiful Design Elements With WordPress 6.6, designing cohesive and visually appealing websites has never...
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Support Policy Terms and Conditions for O’Brien Media Customers

Plain English Rewrite These terms and conditions have been re-written into Plain English with no change to the meaning. Support Requests You can submit a support request into our helpdesk by filling out contact forms on our website, submitting a case via Client Connect, or emailing us. For efficiency, all issues must be logged in our helpdesk with a clear subject line, detailed message, and any...
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Handling unwanted text message marketing – advice for recipients and senders

Unsubscribing from marketing text messages is a simple process. If you're tired of receiving unwanted SMS, follow these straightforward steps to regain control of your inbox. General Guidance for Consumers Common Commands: To unsubscribe, reply to the text message with "STOP" or "UNSUBSCRIBE." Other commands that often work include "END," "QUIT," or "CANCEL." Confirmation: Once you send the...
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