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On the Floor

Information Architecture in Two Really Easy Steps

Information Architecture is a term that gets thrown around by web designers. We like thinking about it, talking about it, and building it into your projects, and it sounds cool. But what is it? Read more...

The Painful but Essential Process of Imagining Failure

What I've discovered about business is that it is always easy to find the reasons for failure once failure has been demonstrated. Unfortunately, by then it's too late. Four months ago, an independent office supply shop opened up down the street. Read more...

"The OS As App" or "Developing Rails Apps on Windows (The Joyful Way)"

My situation may be specific, but I doubt it is unique. At work, I use a Mac Mini to develop Rails apps. This works well for me: I love working on Macs, Rails loves working on Macs, and life is good. Read more...

The future of computing?

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factor[e] design initiative OBAA finalist video

This video was displayed at the event and was produced by Creative Artists Group (C. A. R. Read more...

factor[e] Recognized by Chamber of Commerce

On March 31, 2010, factor[e] was recognized by the Hamilton Chamber of Commerce for "Ongoing Contributions To Business Excellence In The City Of Hamilton" as part of their 2009 Outstanding Business Achievement Awards. We were nominated in the Communication Technology category, and eventually became one of just two finalists. The award ultimately went to the other finalist in the category, Atria Networks. Read more...