The O’Brien Media Insider is your behind-the-scenes look at all things digital, creative, and business-focused. From web design trends and SEO tips to small business insights and local Swindon highlights, our blog covers a bit of everything – just like we do at O’Brien Media.
The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has told UK organisations to act on a critical security issue in PHP. PHP is the language behind most WordPress websites, so this matters for your business. Here is what has happened, what we have done for customers hosted with us, and what to check if your website sits with another host.
Google updates can cause short-term swings in rankings and traffic, but early figures are rarely the final picture. Here is why it pays to wait, monitor the right data and avoid panic-driven website changes.
A good website should grow with your business. Discover why choosing a web designer in Swindon or Wiltshire you can work with long term makes all the difference.
Shopify makes it easier to sell online with secure checkout, straightforward management and room to grow. Find out why working with O’Brien Media, a Shopify Partner based in Swindon, can help you build an ecommerce website that works for your business.
Google has begun rolling out its September 2026 spam update. It applies worldwide, covers every language, and Google says the rollout may take up to two weeks to complete.
Google Search Console now provides dedicated reports for AI Overviews and AI Mode, but the figures have limitations. Here is what small business owners should know before drawing conclusions from AI search impressions and positions.
