Digital Echidna

Andrew McClenaghan looks at the positive foundations a rough 2020 has provided, upon which he’s building a hopeful 2021.

Though 2020 forced us into new ways of doing business, in his look back at the year in business Jay Menard looks at how the only thing that is consistent is change. And how that bodes well for the future.

Every year, Andrew McClenaghan shares a festive message on behalf of the Digital Echidna team. And while this year has been so different, the sentiment behind that message is more important than ever.

Martin Anderson-Clutz wraps up our website migration series with some key things to consider when planning the structure, design, and features of a new #Drupal9 digital experience. #Drupal #migration #development

Previously, we spoke about how to start planning a #migration to #Drupal9. Martin Anderson-Clutz explains why and when you’ll want to call in a #Drupal expert, with a case study of how three museum websites were migrated and merged into one. #webdevelopment

Congratulations to Travis Neilans for becoming an Acquia Certified Drupal 8 Grandmaster!

As Martin Anderson-Clutz prepares to remotely present at BADCamp, he shares some tips on how to mitigate any risks that could derail your online, virtual presentations.

In a year of change, confusion, and turmoil, Andrew McClenaghan shares some of the things for which he and Digital Echidna are thankful -- including a solid foundation of family and community. #thanksgiving #ldnont

Digital Echidna projects have been named as finalist for two #AcquiaEngage awards. Pat Gilbert talks about how Echidna’s commitment to excellence, matched with incredible partners like Napoleon and University of Virginia, leads to Acquia recognition.

What you get out of #UX research depends on what you put into it. Jay Menard looks at the different tiers of #userexperience research that exist and what you can reasonably expect to get from your investment.

Today’s announcement by the Province of Ontario to delay #AODA reporting deadlines only applies to compliance reports, not web compliance, explains Jay Menard. You still need an #accessible site by Jan. 1, 2021. https://blog.echidna.ca/no-web-confusion-aoda-site-complian

Congratulations to Napoleon on their 2020 WebAward for Outstanding Achievement in Web Development for Napoleon Fireplaces! #webdevelopment

In the final of a four-post #accessibility overview of #AODA 2021 compliance, Jay Menard looks at how you can make systemic changes to promote long-term accessibility, and make your community -- online and off -- more inclusive.

Congratulations to Fanshawe College on their 2020 WebAward for Outstanding Achievement in Web Development, in the University Standard of Excellence category!

Success and organization of the moving parts in project management relies on an environment of collaboration, not just cooperation. Tori Taylor explains four pillars of project management and how they contribute to a successful project. @Digital PM Summit

In the year ahead of an already announced merger, London-based Digital Echidna and Northern Commerce both find themselves on the Report on Business Magazine’s 2020 Canada’s Top Growing Companies list, announced today.

Flashback to the 2019 London Chamber of Commerce Business Achievement Awards. We're not saying a precedent has been set for the winners of the Large Business of the Year Award, but we are saying we might be disappointed if the recipient doesn't show up in a traditional kilt.

If you have the right resources for the job, #AODA compliance doesn’t have to be complicated. Jay Menard shares thoughts on automated tools, the importance of human #accessibility verification, and the value of lived experience.

With the release of Smart Date 3.0, its creator Martin Anderson-Clutz shares some of the improvements to integration, admin experience, and next-gen support for Drupal9 and new themes, such as Gin and Claro.