The Co:llective
Mackie’s Corner
106 High Street West
Sunderland
SR1 1TX
This is our space for sharing the things we are working on, thinking about and learning along the way as we try to build a better digital world.
It’s all our insights, annotated.
Page load speed might not be the flashiest part of your website, but it definitely still needs your attention! Page load speed refers to the time it takes for your page to fully load in a browser after someone clicks on a link or types in your URL. We recently spoke at an interactive website […]
Jess Davey
Digital Marketing Executive
Let’s be honest. The idea of booking a training session for GA4 or Tag Manager doesn’t exactly scream excitement. Here at Phonetic Digital, we believe digital training doesn’t have to be dull. Our workshops are designed to actually be useful, with hands-on sessions that will leave you feeling confident in the subject, not confused. We […]
Jess Davey
Digital Marketing Executive
Accessibility isn’t just a box to tick, it’s a responsibility and opportunity to make your digital space more welcoming, and effective for all. All the websites we develop are accessible as standard and we’ve now partnered with Recite Me to take this even further using their customisable toolbar. By designing with accessibility in mind, you’re opening […]
Jess Davey
Digital Marketing Executive
When people think about carbon emissions, their minds usually jump to the obvious, private planes or long car journeys. But the internet? Not so much. It’s easy to forget that the digital world has an actual physical footprint. Every image you upload, every email you send, every time someone loads a page on your website, […]
Jess Davey
Digital Marketing Executive
Our First Expo Experience Last week at the North East Expo we launched our website carbon calculator, a tool we built in-house to help people quickly test the CO₂ emissions of their website. Visitors scanned a QR code or popped in a URL, and within seconds they were presented with their carbon score. We scored […]
Jess Davey
Digital Marketing Executive
Any agency can say they’re clear, approachable, and well-informed, but saying it and demonstrating it are two very different things. Our values are important to us, and living out these values daily matters to us. Over the last year, we’ve worked hard to achieve several accreditations that align with our company’s voice, to show we […]
Jess Davey
Digital Marketing Executive
The sense of community has always been a cornerstone of the North East. Phonetic Digital recognises this, actively supporting their local community working alongside over thirty businesses across the region. Whether it’s collaborating with other organisations or getting involved in North East events, they are committed to championing the region we all call home. What […]
Jess Davey
Digital Marketing Executive
North East digital marketing agency, Phonetic Digital has cemented itself as one of the north east’s most forward thinking and value-driven employers. After months of rigorous assessment, they became a certified B Corp™ business, joining a community of companies committed to using their business as a force for good. The milestone was a fantastic way […]
Jess Davey
Digital Marketing Executive
Becoming a certified B Corp™ isn’t just about meeting a set of standards, it’s about joining a movement and community of businesses that believe in doing things differently, for the better. At Phonetic Digital, we’ve always believed in building better, from the way we design websites to the way we run our business and that […]
Jess Davey
Digital Marketing Executive
What is a B Corp™? You may have heard the term B Corp™, but do you have a clear understanding of the meaning behind being a B Corp™? B Corps™, or Benefit Corporations, are businesses certified by B Lab for meeting the highest standards of social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency. These companies aim […]
Jess Davey
Digital Marketing Executive
Since its launch in January 2024, Phonetic Digital has rapidly established itself as a key player in the local digital landscape, securing prestigious accreditation, several high profile clients and laying the foundation for future growth. Located in Sunderland’s historic Mackie’s Corner – a recently revamped Grade II listed building in the city centre – the […]
Jess Davey
Digital Marketing Executive
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