#these will all be priced differently based on complexity and effort

[pea-brain]

example donation link

if you are an artist or something and want to offer the same commissions, please feel free to take any of these images and use them yourself (edit however you want, remove my art, obviously), the text is free to use.

*in the unlikely event i receive a ton of these, i might have to close them. will let you know. reblogs will be turned off if i close commissions

extra information below v

thank you so much for reading! i used all caps for ease of read, it comes across super agro lol sorry <3 i will be nice in person

also, small note, i dont consider mobility aids (including wheelchairs) to be props, those are free to add.

any further questions DM away!

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HOW DOES THIS WORK?

FIRST: AGREE UPON AMOUNT IN APPROPRIATE CURRENCY (SEE "QUESTIONS")

SECOND: WE AGREE UPON ONE OR (IF THE COMMISSION IS OVER $40) MORE GOFUNDME'S TO SEND IT TO TO SEND THE AMOUNT TO

OPTION 1: PAYPAL

SEND ME THE AMOUNT AGREED UPON VIA PAYPAL

I WILL IMMEDIATELY SEND THIS AMOUNT TO THE GOFUNDME OR GOFUNDME'S WE AGREED UPON

I WILL SEND YOU PROOF OF DONATION (SCREENSHOTS, FORWARDED EMAILS, WHATEVER YOU NEED).

(THIS IS MY PREFERRED BECAUSE I CAN BE 100% SURE THE MONEY IS SENT)

OPTION 2: STRAIGHT TO THEM

CREATE AN ACCOUNT WITH 'GOFUNDME' AND ALLOW THEM TO SEND YOU AN EMAIL TO SEND YOU A DONATION RECEIPT

SEND THE MONEY STRAIGHT TO THE AGREED UPON GOFUNDME/S

SHOW ME PROOF (SCREENSHOTS AND FORWARD THE EMAIL CONTAINING THE RECEIPT TO ME)

IF YOU CANNOT FORWARD THE ACTUAL EMAIL TO ME, I WILL NOT ACCEPT YOUR COMMISSION.

THIS HAS TO BE A NEW DONATION THAT WE MAKE TOGETHER (PEOPLE NEED MORE MONEY RIGHT NOW, I WILL NOT BE ACCEPTING COMMISSIONS BASED ON OLD DONATIONS.)

additions:

+75% extra character, complex background/ scene*, full render, complex outfit design by meee ;)

+50% medium background/ scene*, flats (will include nice lineart), complex outfit/ design, simple outfit design by me

*scene means a complex pose or it looks like they're actually in the background. interpretation of this is up to me

addition prices are calculated based off of the base price and do not compound

example calculation: half body ($30) + extra character (+75% of $30 = $23) + medium background/scene (+50% of $30 = $15) = 30+23+15= $68

for stuff not covered here (like a complex prop) just shoot me a DM

will draw: furry (not great but i can try), gore (incl extreme), horror, artistic/ casual nudity, fanart, your roc's, my doc's, romantic/ ship art, anything LGBT+ (people might not know me i felt i should add that)

wont draw: porn, fetish (up to me to interpret what i consider that), ship/ romantic/ nude art involving persons who are or appear to be under the age of 18 (even if they are 'aged up'.) even if its like kids kissing, i'm not comfortable with that cheers, anything i consider 'hateful' (i dunno man i felt i had to add it)

if i am uncomfortable i reserve the right t refuse aspects or the entire request

ownership of the art is yours, if you dont want me to post it to my account i wont

QUESTIONS

USD? AUD? CAD? EUROS?

I TRUST YOU TO BE HONEST, IF YOU ARE AUSTRALIAN, AUD, IF YOU ARE AMERICAN, USD. IF YOU DON'T USE THOSE, PICK ONE. (EUROS AND USD ARE WORTH MORE SO I WILL PUT MORE EFFORT IN NGL)

DO I (THE ARTIST) KEEP ANY OF THE MONEY?

NO!! 100% GOES TO A GOFUNDME (OR MULTIPLE) WE AGREE UPON MUTUALLY

WHEN DO YOU (THE COMMISSIONER) PAY?

ASAP! (BEFORE I START PREFERABLY) THESE PEOPLE NEED MONEY NOW. IF YOU CAN ONLY PAY HALF NOW, HALF LATER, THAT'S FINE. I WILL NOT SHOW YOU THE FINISHED PRODUCT UNTIL ALL THE MONEY IS DONATED. (I WILL SHOW YOU PROOF OF WORKING ON IT (A SKETCH))

WHEN WILL YOU (THE COMMISSIONER) RECIVE THE ART?

I AM CURRENTLY A FULL TIME UNI STUDENT, AND IF I RECEIVE A LOT OF REQUESTS IT MAY TAKE SOME TIME. I DON'T KNOW HOW STRESSFUL THIS WILL BECOME

HOW MUCH WOULD ONE LIKEDRAWING FROM MY (THE ARTIST'S) ACCOUNT COST?

DM IT TO ME I'LL TELL YA

HOW IS 'RENDERING' DIFFERENT FROM A 'FULL PAINTING'

RENDERING INCLUDES CONSIDERED LIGHTING AND SHADING AS WELL AS ATTENTION TO DETAIL. A 'FULL PAINTING' INCLUDES THAT PLUS INTERESTING COMPOSITION, BETTER LIGHTING AND DETAIL, A BETTER 'VIBE' TO IT. ITS HARD TO EXPLAIN, BUT YOU CAN SEE IT FOR SURE. IF YOU DISAGREE

REFUNDS?

NO FULL REFUNDS

IF I AM UNABLE TO PRODUCE A DRAWING IN A MAXIMUM OF 3 MONTHS I CAN REFUND YOU 50% OUT OF MY OWN POCKET. IF THIS HAPPENS, YOU WILL NOT RECIVE ANY ART FROM ME FOR THIS COMMISSION

IF THERE IS AN ISSUE WITH YOU DECIDING YOU NO LONGER WANT THIS, OR YOU ARE UNABLE TO PROVIDE SUFFICIENT PROOF (OUTLINED ABOVE) FROM THE ACTUAL GOFUNDME THAT IS NOT MY PROBLEM. YOU HAVE JUST DONATED MONEY TO PERSON/S IN DIRE NEED SO THATS AWESOME ACTUALLY

TO BE CLEAR: IF YOU CHANGE YOUR MIND AND THE MONEY IS SENT, I WILL NOT REFUND YOU. I WILL ONLY REFUND 50% IF I FAIL TO PRODUCE A DRAWING IN 3 MONTHS FROM TIME OF COMMISSION

[reds-skull]

My pc is in a repair shop and I got nothing to do, so here's a list of fic ideas I'll probably never do anything with, in no particular order:

Ghost, SAS Lieutenant, needs to gather intel from a secret agent at a party. He doesn't know how the man looks, only the agreed upon signal. Cut to Soap, the secret agent, trying very hard to save Ghost from an enemy that somehow knew the signal and is now taking Ghost to a more "secure area".

Soap is a councilor at a prestigious summer camp, along with a few others. He doesn't really fit in with the rest, far too rich to relate to, so he spends most of his time taking care of a memorial for one Simon Riley, who died in the nearby lake 10 years ago. When Ghost, a local hunter, starts terrorizing the camp, Soap is somehow spared. Eventually Ghost goes on a murder spree, despite Soap's efforts to stop him, but when the other councilors tried to prank Soap, Ghost didn't really care to end their lives over it.

Ghost encounters an SAS soldier on the field, from a different squad. He soon finds out the soldier is non verbal. Which is a problem when they're in an active warzone, and he doesn't know sign language. Through a lot of pointing and miming, they somehow find a way to survive, and Ghost comes to like the company of 'Soap', as the man pointed to one when he asked for his name.

Soap is a famous actor, with a beautiful girlfriend, big movie on its way, and millions of fans across the world. His coworkers, Gaz, Price, and his bodyguard Ghost, are ones he considers close friends at this point. It all comes crashing down when he finds his girlfriend cheating on him. Not a day later, her room is trashed, threats and warnings to stay away from Soap carved into the walls. Soap and Ghost uncover the existence of a stalker, one that is slowly becoming more and more violent. All the while, Soap finds himself in his first romance movie, imagining his bodyguard in the place of his supposed love interest.

Ghost doesn't give attention to most soldiers on his base, and especially not to Soap MacTavish. The Scottish Sergeant is the most unserious, annoying bastard he ever had the misfortune of knowing. His view of him changes when they're assigned on a mission together, and Ghost witnesses just how skilled Soap really is. Over time, he finds out why Soap keeps on a mask of a bumbling idiot, and digs deeper into the strange behavior of his superiors. Namely, how they seem to almost sabotage Soap every step of the way.

Ghost and Gaz are sent on a mission in the Russian tundras, to salvage intel from an abandoned prison complex. Only, they soon find it's not abandoned at all - a single man is locked behind bars, surrounded by dozens of guards. After rescuing him, the 141 soon discovers he suffers from amnesia, and only remembers his callsign, Soap. As foreign forces continue to attempt to kidnap Soap back, and as his memory comes back, John MacTavish comes to a horrifying conclusion: he betrayed his old squad, and his capture was not accidental. His original mission? Infiltrate the 141, and bring it down.

Simon Riley, owner and butcher at his own small shop, suspiciously eyes the man that has been hanging around his shop for the last 15 minutes. He's going to kick him out if he doesn't buy anything, and he tells the man so, but the fear he recognizes in his eyes stalls him. Ghost catches a flash of a camera outside the window, and the man tells him he's actually hiding from 'them'. Ghost, built as he is, simply goes and scares them away. The man inside brightens, and introduces himself as John. From that day on, John comes back, bringing tea and breakfast at the early opening hours. Ghost finds it a little weird, but the company becomes comforting soon enough. Once, he let it slip to John that the shop isn't doing too well, and the very next day a slew of costumers arrived at his doorstep, muttering excitedly about a "Soap MacTavish". It's only when his old mates Price and Gaz come by the shop, that Ghost discovers his friend "John" is no other than the famous actor nicknamed "Soap". Simon doesn't understand the shock on Price and Gaz's face even after the name is revealed, and Soap loves him all the more for it.

[fuzzkaizer]

AKAI - SB1 - Deep Impact

"... for a lengthy spell, bassists that used pedals were given a side-eye.

But as synth pedals continue to be made, it’s hard to believe that some of its earliest heavy-hitters were released in the ‘80s and ‘90s, such as the Korg X-911 and the DigiTech XP300 Space Station. But while those faffed about with a more general kitchen-sink approach to the subject, it was Akai in 200X that came out with the most potent offering to date. This is the Akai SB1 Deep Impact.

Although some places claim the Deep Impact came out in the late ‘90s, nobody that I know is entirely sure when the Deep Impact was released. As far as I can tell, it was 2002. Prior to that, Akai’s “professional” website came out with guns blazing about its silver boxed series that included the VariWah and Intelliphase. However, a short time later, Akai Pro’s website appeared to go dark, resurfacing with pictures of gleaming mixers and MPCs. It’s too bad; the Head Rush, Unibass and Deep Impact were arguably the best pedals Akai ever produced. 

When a pedal’s endorsee list contains players like Bootsy Collins, Chris Wolstenholme and Paul Turner of Jamiroquai, you pretty much know what to expect: throbbing, guttural filter sweeps with a funk chaser. And yeah, you get that. But you get a pretty bang-on stab at a host of synth patches, including fifths, warbling pads and much more. It’s not without its limitations, though.

The Unibass and Deep Impact were centered on the frequency range of the bass guitar; the Unibass generated a fat unison mode with an octave up and subtle thickening, which is easily adaptable to six strings. However,  the Deep Impact in particular made no bones about its applications. When played with a guitar, notes outside of the bass frequency range cut through at a very distinct threshold, and not in a “hardware limitation” kind of way; there is a literal cut-off point. One note in a scale gets enveloped in the circuit, and the very next rings through as if there was no effect at all.

The way it’s used is deceptively complex. Like the old analog synths it seeks to replicate, dialing in a patch takes a little effort, and in the same way as many of them. Two of the unit’s three knobs are for input and output levels—the Input control is accented with a metering system and lets you set the clipping threshold of the unit before setting the output volume. While two-thirds of the knobs are standard fare, the money is in the program system. 

On offer are nine programs with a blank parametric slate. The left footswitch cycles through these programs in ascending order, while an optional footswitch cycles in descending order, and the center control cycles through 10 different parameters (and one preset loading option), all of which are fully adjustable with the rotary encoder in the center of the unit. Most of them correspond to controls on real analog synths, such as (filter) Cutoff, Resonance, Attack and Decay. When you factor in this multi knob, the Deep Impact actually has 12 controls for your tweaking pleasure, far more than the competition. And the ends to which you can adjust the tone are relatively absurd.

While vintage synths of yore can oscillate and destroy your ears when the resonance is cranked, Akai thoughtfully keeps the extent of the parameters usable. With that being said, the Deep Impact will mercilessly punish any subwoofer placed before it. Akai promises a four-oscillator affair within the Deep Impact and while there’s no way to dial it in solely based on those merits, it certainly sounds gargantuan. It’s probably why they are worth so much.

The original designer of the Deep Impact, one Andras Szalay, revived the project well after Akai washed its hand of the line under the company name PandaMIDI and the product name Future Impact I. For a spell, it was tough even to get one of those, and prices encroached upon the original. Now on its third revision, readily available and with a new brand name, the Future Impact continues to carry the torch. There’s just something about that Akai unit, though..."

cred: catalinbread.com/blogs/kulas-cabinet/akai-db1-deep-impact

[yappacadaver]

Finally! I'm making the sketch commission post!!!

Have you ever wanted me to draw something just for you? Your oc? your self insert? Your favorite ship? or maybe a piece of branding for your site/stream?

I like money, and I will draw for it!!!!!

PRICES:

Base (one character sketch): $45

Additional character: +$10

Background: starting at +$25

Complexity charge: up to +$15

How to Order:

Send me an ask/DM about your commission idea

If I accept I'll give you an ETA (I may need an extension but I will always message you if this is the case)

Once we decide on the details, I'll ask for payment via paypal

The final product will be delivered as a digital PNG file which you may do as you please with. Color it, post it, edit it, use it on your website, go nuts! I reserve the right to post it on my blog for promo purposes.

Complexity charge:

This charge may possibly be added to your order if

The order contains a large volume of detailed instruction

The subject itself is highly detailed

For number one, what this looks like is the difference between these two examples

Example B includes a lot of irrelevant details to sift through, incredibly detailed instruction for the pose, and adds many details to the characters' designs. Also, though I accept all kinds of references, you can see how employing the use of visual references cuts down on wordy explanation. Using written references, especially in prose as part of a fanfic, takes time and extra effort for me to parse through (I often end up having to make a document of my own to trim the fat and track the details). These would be reasons I would charge for complexity. I recognize that example A relinquishes some control over to me, the artist. In many ways, this could end up better for the final product-- I work best when I have a degree of freedom, and conversely when I'm juggling a bunch of details I have less bandwidth for artistry. Of course there is nothing wrong with wanting more control over the look of the piece, and I am happy to work with you to make an image as close to what you have in mind as possible. But if we start getting into twister territory (right hand blue, left foot red) we start getting into complexity charge territory. The charge is not meant to be a deterrent, only to compensate the extra time it takes to implement a design to such specifications. For number two, I'll give a visual example

Isabella on the left has very simple armor that lends itself to quick sketching (because I'm so sure that's what she had in mind when she dressed herself x'D). By simple I mean: pretty much only one layer, almost entirely made of cloth, almost everything is composed of organic shapes. Our lich friend on the right however has armor with many geometric shapes, various materials, layers, and complex patterns. His armor is ornamented with extra embellishments. As a general rule, if you request full armor, you can expect a complexity charge.

What I'm good at:

anime style, humans, reference sheets for OCs, nsfw of all kinds and orientations, gore, combat, location/prop design, character design

What I'm not so good at:

mechas, vehicle design, complex creature design, UPA style

Check out my art tag #yappa art for recent examples of my work

[the-down-upside-finch]

✨️Important News✨️

I hath opened commissions!

If you are interested in commissioning me, thank you from the bottom of my heart! Please read below for more details, and then go ahead and let me know with a comment or email! (We can also chat over Discord or Tumblr DMs)

Oh, wow, you hit the read more! Thank you for your interest! Okay, here are some things to keep in mind about my commissions:

☆ These are my character price sheets! I am not currently doing landscape commissions, but if you want a scene or background, we can definitely work that out!

☆ Payment is half up-front, then the rest when the piece is halfway complete.* (I currently accept payment through Venmo, and I will have my Ko-fi up and running soon.)

☆ I love drawing OCs, but I'm not limited to them! As long as I have refs, I can draw! (And I accept both written and drawn refs.**)

☆ I tend to draw on ~900×1200px canvases, so please let me know if you have a different size in mind!

☆ I currently cannot (and will not try to) draw the following:

Extreme gore/extremely bloody content (although I am okay to draw minor scrapes and whatnot)

Anything specifically meant to be sexually gratifying -- (Basically, NSFW stuff is a no! It's just not my sort of thing.)

Mechs/other robotic machines -- (The reason I won't draw mechs is because the current amount of effort I have to put into it is not a price I want to dangle in front of people. If you really want me to draw mech stuff, please reach out to me and we can talk about it and my current pricing!)

Anthropomorphic animals -- (I'm sorry, but I'm just not good at this yet! I don't want to be unable to deliver good art.) -- (This is different than humanoids with animal features! I'm better at drawing those.)

OCD triggers -- (for me, this includes needles and insects)

If you aren't sure whether or not something is within my realm of work, please ask me! I promise I won't be mean about it.

If you want to see some more examples of what I can do, please check out this page for specifics!

Thank you for scrolling all the way down here! I really appreciate your interest.

Here are the embedded images for potential higher quality:

The additional notes on the price sheets are as follows:

Both a color-coded & black-line version will be provided for uncolored sketches!

Please note that prices will vary based on complexity/level of detail

Simple glowy effects are free! Complex ones average an extra 3 USD.

(Referencing the bust and waist-up prices) Prices may vary depending on arm placement!

Colored sketches will not be "shaded", and coloring is loose (can go outside the lines)

Uncolored clean/detailed pieces can be filled gray or left white!

Colored clean/detailed piece will include appropriate shading, but there are options to choose from!

Things to note: -- Additional characters in a single commissioned scene will have a 40% discount. -- I will default to a solid gray background unless told otherwise! -- Complicated poses, props, and/or complex color palettes will increase the price!

Once again, thank you for your interest, and sorry for this insanely long post!

*If you would like to pay entirely upfront, that is perfectly fine!

**If you don’t have colored/a lot of refs, that’s okay! I will work with you during the sketching and coloring process to make sure I am drawing the character the way you want.

[bambamramfan]

A fun read, even if you don't entirely agree with the thesis. Full of delightfully illustrated examples. I'd rate it 75% correct.

I'd add examples of what it used to be like going to used bookstores looking for that one out of print book, vs searching amazon now. Or what I previously wrote about World of Warcraft optimization.

For the other 25%, well...

Sam Kriss wrote a while ago about the death of hipsters.

The hipster was an information-sorting algorithm: its job was to always have good taste. The hipster listened to bands you’d never heard of. The hipster drank beers brewed by Paraguayan Jesuits in the 1750s. The hipster thought Tarkovsky was for posers, and the only truly great late-Soviet filmmaker was Ali Khamraev. The hipster bought all his toilet paper from a small-batch paper factory in Abkhazia that included small fragments of tree bark in the pulp. The hipster swam deep into the vastness of human data, and always surfaced with pearls. Through its powers of snobbery and disdain, the hipster could effortlessly filter out what was good.

Almost any economist will tell you, that information gathering is just a different sort of price people pay for products. They can pay $300 up front for a good experience, or they can spend hours scouring and networking to find a similar quality experience for $100. If they find these two bundles equivalent, then that information gathering labor was worth $200 to them.

The difference is, when the naive consumer just pays *someone gets those extra $200*, whereas if the information gathering is labor (big if), then that extra labor doesn't actually pay anyone, and the world is just $200 of effort worse off. So, cetera paribus, it's better if everyone knows all the good places and at least the local industry is reaping the surplus.

So this is the death knell of hipsters, as all the information they had to seek out is accessible by everyone and just goes into rents for the producers.

...

Except we know from experience, it doesn't *really* work like that. For one, a lot of us ENJOY the hipster information gathering experience. It's a fun activity in moderation, and we even develop an identity for having a personal research base to use as a resource. How do you calculate the labor surplus lost if you're having fun? Well, I'm sure the economists can find some way to.

The other problem is that Freddie is only talking about a certain class of hipsters. The same ones Sam refers to in his essay. You can look at it as a sort of pyramid.

Top: quasi-autistic savants who are on Discords talking about secret places, or going out and mapping territories themselves.

Middle: hipsters who casually seek out new things they heard about and report back in indy magazine columns.

Bottom: the great mass who do one google search and flock to whatever they are told "the best deal" is.

(Now it's more complex than that. To be honest these three are probably only the top 25% of people, and the real base of the pyramid has no idea what any of this is about. And there's networks and lines of communication between the different layers. But you get the idea.)

For a while in the 90's and 00's, being a hipster became easier, and maybe that middle layer grew a bit in both directions. And then in the 10's the process Freddie describes ramped up, and so the value of just being a middle-tier hipster shrunk again.

But there are still a lot of secrets out there. You just have to be a much more dedicated information gatherer. Being in the top tier - which in travel might be as simple as driving places instead of flying to them IME - will still find you things where no one else is there.

This month I'm going to visit the cement factory where they filmed scifi movies like the Crowe and Super Mario Bros, and I expect to be the only one there.

[kira-ani-mcgrath]

Your commission advice is all very practical and helpful, but how can I avoid saying "contact for pricing" when my offerings and the potential requests are so diverse? I understand that pricing schemes can be rather formulaic for character portraits, but I don't want to limit myself.

Note for others: This is referencing my "Commission Tips" post, specifically this part:

Public Pricing I've signed my name to more vehicles than I care to count over the years, which means I've done quite a bit of car shopping. I am a researcher, and I've had times where I have many browser tabs open, pouring over the various listings and comparing all kinds of factors - such as mileage, gas mileage, safety rating, features, and, of course, price - in an effort to narrow down my choices and arrive at the best deal possible. Sometimes in these searches, vehicle listings will say "contact dealer for pricing" for various reasons. That instantly knocks the vehicle down a slot in my rating system. I have enough anxiety dealing with certain things even when I have all the facts and know exactly what I want. It's even worse when I have to cold-call for a very important piece of information and risk getting roped into a conversation I don't want to have. Yes, I have a point to this anecdote. I have many times compared commission shopping to car buying, even joking that I put more research into my commission purchases than I have into our last few vehicle purchases. "DM/email me for prices" is an artist's equivalent of "contact dealer for pricing," and thus is an instant back-button for me at this point. It's just not worth the hassle when there are so many other options out there that give me all the information I need front-and-center.

Admittedly, this point is probably the least universally-applicable, given that there are buyers who have no issue with these sorts of inquiries. However, I'd presume I'm not the only one who avoids this, especially online. So, if you'd like to catch the consideration of a customer such as myself, there's a few options:

1) Include examples with approximate prices in your commission information. These examples can be personal works or past commissions you've done (and the example price doesn't need to be what you actually charged for that particular commission, but what you would charge if asked to repeat it - useful if you raise your rates or if the cost of materials increases). You can also stress that the priced pieces are examples and final pricing is determined by the exact specifications the potential buyer sends in for consideration.

2) Utilize base + add-on pricing. With this pricing method, you have a minimum price for a basic service, then additional charges for increased levels of work. This method is similar to the flat pricing you typically see for artwork commissions, but it gives a little more flexibility in accounting for the differing detail levels of requests while still giving people the ability to calculate an accurate price for themselves. Example 1: base of grayscale half-body = $10, add full-body +$5, add color +$10, add complex details +$10, add basic background +$10, add complex background +$20 or more depending on details Example 2: base of 24-in scarf 1 color of basic yarn = $10, every additional color +$5 ea, upgrade to premium yarn +$10 per color, add an extra inch +$2 ea

3) Utilize ranged pricing. With this pricing method, you advertise a minimum charge for a basic commission but also state that the price increases with complexity and the actual price will depend on the specifics of the commission. You don't specify all the minutia of what increases the cost. While this is less information upfront for the buyer, it's still some information while allowing for more nuanced pricing control by the artist. You can also have different levels of ranges. A top-end price cap isn't necessary, but I have seen it used in tiered ranged pricing or if the artist just wants a cap for their own sake. Example 1: grayscale portrait $50-$150, color portrait $100-$200, color illustration $300+ Example 2: acrylic scarf $15+, wool scarf $50+

On the back-end of things, I would recommend having some type of cost breakdown of what goes into your craft(s). Overall, have a general idea of how long it takes you to create pieces at different levels of quality/detail/size/etc. If the commission is a physical item, the costs of materials and tool wear-and-tear should also be factored into the final price. If you have at least a mental guideline for that sort of thing, it will be easier to price your examples and any incoming inquiries.

I understand the appeal of just saying "contact for pricing" is the artist being able to tailor a quote to the exact specifications of a request, but I think this method is inefficient. There's unnecessary extra steps that can be eliminated with the artist giving potential customers a minimum baseline expectation front-and-center through one of the above methods.

Thanks for the compliment and the question! I enjoyed being able to expand on that point, and I hope it's useful. :)

[marcys-garbage-bunker00]

Commissions Open!!!

Hello everyone, my name's Marcy!

I am an Uruguayan, bisexual and non-binary artist!

I am finally having the time to open commissions to work on art!

Her'es how pricing will work...

Currency are on dollars! Please make sure to adjust your amount to it when paying, though if you want we can discuss a different price for special reasons!

headshot/Profile will be 10

Half-body wil be a 15

Full body are 20

Then, i'll add some price depending on the level of detail, to make it simple, i put it like this

Line art/Black and White don't have any extra

Colored will be just +2 dollars to the price!

Shaded will be an extra +2 too! Technically you can do shaded without colored but.. yeah, that'd be a bit weird lmao

And lastly, background, and it'll depend on how complex, really. If it's a single color, gradiant or otherwise very simple shapes and colors, i won't add extra, but! If it's something more complex, like a scenario or such, i might then consider addign an extra +5 dollars, but we can discuss it!

There's also two special ones separate from this "system", "Scenes", that is, a piece depicting an event, sene or otherwise dynamic thing with characters doing actions, like escaping from an explosion, floating in space or whatever, i think you get a good idea! Because those i ocnsider very complex and time consuming, i'll price them at 50, which is, to me, the fair amiount for the amount of time and specially effort that needs to go for these!

The other are Reference Sheets, usually for characters but can be for other things! These tend to be a bit simpler, because it's just the character or object, the color pallette, name, creator and maybe some info, usually a simple background too, so i'll price them at 30!

There's also technically a third, which i'll call "Meme comms", essentially, these are just 21 dollars, they are basically art done to reference a specific meme, base or such that i'm asked, so it's not "serious" art, more so done for funsies, like, say, being commissioned by someone to draw a picture of their cat OC over one of the many crying cat pics floating about! Why 21? Well it's just a funny number!

This, to clarify, means if you pay for a reference for example, you'll pay just 30 regardless if it's shaded, colored, with a complex background, etc.!

As for how procedure goes, i'll keep you updated, we'll talk on DMs, i will NOT accpet payment UNTIL the piece is ready, in which case, you will pay, and then i'll send you the file once the payment arrives. This is to avoid having the rug pulled under me, and also because, if either party wants to cancel for whatever reason, there'll be a lot of time to cancel. Note, if you cancel when the piece is basically finished, i likely won't give you the file, because then i'd just be giving it to you for free which... is shady, and not cool

I won't draw NSFW, mainly outo f lack of skill really, though i can draw suggestive! I won't draw gore, or well, organ-related gore and such, i can do blood, spooky and body horror of other kinds! I will also decline a piece if i feel it encourages ideals i don't agree with, or if you yourself have conflicting ideals with mine, and i hold all the rights to cancel for whatever reason, as would you too.

I'll have 5 slots open across my social media, and i'll post an update post once the five slots are taken! If i can, i'll also have it on my profiles, so you all will be well informed!

[jbrelectronics]

Addressable Fire Alarm Panel: A Comprehensive Guide for Buyers by JBR Electronics

Introduction

In today's world, fire safety is a paramount concern for both residential and commercial spaces. To ensure the safety of occupants and property, fire alarm systems are essential. These systems not only provide early detection but also offer a swift response in case of a fire emergency. Among the various types of fire alarm systems available, addressable fire alarm panels have gained popularity for their advanced features and superior functionality.

fire alarm system dealers

They consist of interconnected devices that detect smoke, heat, or flames and alert occupants or authorities of a potential fire hazard. These systems work on the principle of early detection, allowing for timely evacuation and reducing the risk of property damage and human casualties. Selecting the right fire alarm system dealers is vital for a successful and reliable fire safety solution. Reputable dealers offer a wide range of high-quality fire alarm systems from different manufacturers.

addressable fire alarm panel

addressable fire alarm panel are a significant advancement in fire safety technology. Unlike conventional fire alarm systems, where all devices are connected in a loop, addressable panels provide individual addresses to each device, making it easier to identify the exact location of an alarm or fault. This precise identification allows for quicker response times during emergencies, saving valuable time for evacuations and firefighting efforts.

addressable fire alarm panels-Advantages

Zone Identification: Addressable fire alarm panels divide the protected area into zones, enabling users to pinpoint the location of an alarm or fault more accurately. This feature is especially beneficial for larger buildings with complex layouts.

Device Addressing: Each device connected to an addressable panel has a unique address. In the event of an alarm or fault, the panel displays the specific device's address, simplifying maintenance and troubleshooting.

fire alarm control panel price

The cost of a fire alarm control panel price can vary based on several factors, including the brand, features, capacity, and additional accessories. While price is a crucial consideration, it's essential to focus on value and long-term benefits rather than solely opting for the cheapest option. A reliable fire alarm control panel is an investment in the safety and security of the building and its occupants.

addressable fire alarm panel honeywell

Honeywell, a global leader in fire safety solutions, offers a wide range of addressable fire alarm panels known for their quality and reliability. As a trusted brand, addressable fire alarm panel honeywell systems provide cutting-edge technology and seamless integration with other Honeywell fire safety products.

addressable fire alarm system price

The price of an addressable fire alarm system price may vary depending on the size and complexity of the building, the number of devices required, and the brand. While budget considerations are important, compromising on quality or features may lead to potential safety risks. It is advisable to work closely with reputable fire alarm system dealers who can provide accurate cost estimates and help strike the right balance between quality and budget.

Conclusion

Investing in a reliable fire alarm system is crucial for safeguarding lives and property. Addressable fire alarm panels, with their advanced features and precise identification capabilities, are an excellent choice for modern buildings. Collaborating with reputable fire alarm system dealers and considering renowned brands like Honeywell ensures that buyers get the best value for their investment. Remember, fire safety should always be a top priority, and choosing the right fire alarm system is an essential step toward achieving it.

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Key Revenue Management Trends to Watch in 2025

Here are some critical revenue management trends for 2025 that are shaping the industry:

1. Omnichannel Data Integration

Overview: Omnichannel data integration involves collecting and analyzing customer data from multiple touchpoints—such as websites, mobile apps, social media, and call centers—to create a unified view of customer behaviour. This approach helps businesses understand their customers comprehensively and optimize their strategies accordingly.

Benefits:

Unified Booking and Service: By integrating data from all channels, businesses can provide a consistent pricing and availability experience across different platforms. This reduces booking discrepancies and enhances customer satisfaction.

Data Integration and Personalization: An integrated data approach allows for more targeted marketing efforts and personalized services. For example, hotels can send personalized offers based on a customer’s previous bookings and interactions.

Real-Time Management: Real-time data access enables dynamic pricing adjustments and immediate operational changes. This helps in optimizing revenue and managing operations more effectively.

Enhanced Guest Experience: With a holistic view of the guest journey from booking to post-stay, businesses can offer a seamless and personalized experience, increasing the likelihood of repeat business and customer loyalty.

For instance, Consider a hotel that collects data from its website, mobile app, and call center. By integrating this data, the hotel can offer a seamless booking experience where promotions are tailored based on the customer’s past interactions. If a guest frequently books spa treatments, the hotel can offer targeted discounts or packages that include spa services.

2. Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning

Overview: AI and machine learning are revolutionizing revenue management by automating complex data analysis and decision-making processes. These technologies help in uncovering trends and insights that might be missed through manual analysis.

Applications:

Trend Analysis: AI algorithms can analyze vast amounts of booking data to identify patterns and predict future demand. This helps businesses anticipate trends and adjust their strategies proactively.

Dynamic Pricing: AI systems can automatically adjust pricing in real-time based on various factors like demand, competition, and market conditions. This ensures optimal pricing and maximizes revenue.

Automation: Routine tasks, such as price adjustments and inventory management, can be automated, allowing staff to focus on more strategic activities.

For Example, An AI-driven revenue management system might automatically lower room rates during periods of low demand and raise them during peak periods. This real-time adjustment helps hotels stay competitive and optimize revenue without manual intervention.

3. Dynamic Pricing

Overview: Dynamic pricing refers to the strategy of adjusting prices in real time based on current market conditions, demand levels, and competitor pricing. This approach helps businesses maximize revenue by setting optimal prices for different times and conditions.

Benefits:

Real-Time Adjustments: Dynamic pricing allows businesses to respond quickly to changes in demand or market conditions. For instance, prices can be adjusted based on last-minute bookings or fluctuations in demand.

Increased Revenue: By optimizing prices according to demand, businesses can fill more rooms or sell more products at higher rates during peak times and attract budget-conscious customers during off-peak periods.

For example,  A hotel might use dynamic pricing to offer special deals to last-minute travellers during a low-demand period and adjust rates upwards during peak travel times. This flexibility ensures that the hotel remains competitive and maximizes revenue potential.

4. Total Revenue Management (TRevPAR)

Overview: Total Revenue Management (TRevPAR) extends beyond room revenue to include all revenue streams within a hotel, such as food and beverage sales, parking fees, and event hosting. This holistic approach aims to optimize overall profitability.

Key Aspects:

Comprehensive Approach: TRevPAR involves evaluating all revenue sources to identify opportunities for increasing overall profitability. This approach ensures that every aspect of the hotel’s operations contributes to revenue.

Integration: By managing pricing and promotions across all revenue streams, businesses can create more attractive packages and optimize revenue generation.

Optimization: Leveraging data and insights helps in adjusting strategies to maximize revenue from every aspect of the hotel’s operations.

Example: A hotel might use TRevPAR to adjust pricing for its event spaces based on seasonal demand while also optimizing food and beverage pricing. This integrated strategy helps in boosting overall revenue and profitability.

5. Ancillary Revenue Management

Overview: Ancillary revenue management focuses on generating additional income from services beyond the primary offering, such as spa treatments, dining, and event hosting. This approach enhances overall revenue by leveraging these supplementary services.

Strategies:

Optimal Pricing: Set competitive prices for ancillary services based on demand, seasonality, and market conditions. This ensures that additional services are priced attractively for guests.

Promotion: Use targeted marketing campaigns to highlight ancillary services and encourage guests to explore additional offerings.

Bundling: Create attractive packages that include ancillary services, such as spa treatments or dining credits, to increase overall guest spend.

Example: A hotel might offer a package that combines room rates with spa treatments or dining credits. This bundling strategy encourages guests to spend more on additional services and enhances their overall experience.

6. Cross-Departmental Collaboration

Overview: Effective revenue management requires collaboration across various departments within a hotel or business. By sharing data and aligning strategies, departments can work together to maximize revenue and achieve common financial goals.

Benefits:

Unified Strategy: Ensures that all departments are working towards the same financial objectives, leading to a more cohesive approach to revenue management.

Upselling Opportunities: Departments can identify and act on opportunities to upsell or cross-sell services, increasing overall revenue.

Improved Forecasting: Input from different departments enhances the accuracy of revenue forecasts and helps in better planning.

Example: A hotel’s front desk staff, restaurant team, and event coordinators might collaborate to offer special promotions that encourage guests to use multiple services. For instance, guests booking an event might receive dining discounts or spa credits.

7. Data-Driven Decision Making

Overview: Data-driven decision-making involves leveraging various data sources, such as historical trends, competitive analysis, and customer feedback, to inform revenue management strategies. This approach helps in making informed decisions that drive revenue growth.

Data Utilization:

Structured Analysis: Systematic analysis of data helps in understanding trends, customer behaviour, and market conditions.

Forecasting: Use historical and current data to predict future trends and adjust strategies accordingly.

Performance Tracking: Monitor key metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of revenue management strategies and make necessary adjustments.

Example: A hotel might analyze booking patterns and customer feedback to determine peak booking periods. Based on this data, the hotel can adjust its pricing strategies and marketing efforts to attract more guests during high-demand periods.

8. Forward-Looking Market Demand

Overview: Traditional revenue management often relied heavily on historical data. In 2025, there is a shift towards using forward-looking data, such as competitor insights and market trends, to anticipate future demand more accurately.

Advantages:

Anticipate Trends: Gain insights into future demand patterns and adjust strategies proactively.

Competitive Edge: Use competitor data to benchmark performance and refine pricing strategies.

Strategic Planning: Make informed decisions based on anticipated demand rather than solely relying on historical data.

Example: A hotel might analyze upcoming local events and competitor booking trends to adjust its pricing and marketing strategies. By anticipating future demand, the hotel can stay ahead of market shifts and attract more bookings.

9. Data Visualization

Overview: Data visualization involves presenting complex data in visual formats, such as charts and graphs, to enhance understanding and facilitate decision-making. Effective data visualization helps in interpreting data more easily and making timely decisions.

Benefits:

Enhanced Understanding: Simplifies complex data sets, making it easier to identify trends and patterns.

Quick Insights: Provides immediate access to key metrics and performance indicators.

Improved Communication: Facilitates better collaboration and communication by presenting data in a comprehensible format.

Example: Hotels can use dashboards and visual reports to track performance metrics, monitor revenue streams, and communicate findings to different departments. This helps in making informed decisions and aligning strategies across the organization.

10. Hotel Technology Advancements

Overview: Technological advancements continue to play a crucial role in revenue management. Key developments include Revenue Management Systems (RMS), Business Intelligence Software, and Automation Tools. These technologies enhance pricing accuracy, operational efficiency, and data-driven insights.

Key Technologies:

Revenue Management Systems (RMS): Dynamically adjust room rates based on real-time data, improving pricing accuracy and revenue optimization.

Business Intelligence Software: Provides insights through data visualization, making it easier to understand and act on complex data sets.

Automation Tools: Streamline operations by automating tasks such as price adjustments and data analysis, freeing up time for strategic activities.

Example: The global revenue management system market is projected to grow significantly, reflecting the increasing importance of technology in optimizing financial performance. Implementing cloud-based RMS allows hotels to adjust rates and access data from anywhere, enhancing flexibility and responsiveness.

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CA for Income Tax Return Services in India – Genuine Filings

Expert CA for Income Tax Return Services in India – Genuine Filings

Filing income tax returns can be a daunting task for many individuals and businesses in India. With ever-evolving tax laws, multiple forms, and the risk of errors, seeking expert guidance becomes not just beneficial but necessary. That’s where a CA for Income Tax Return Services in India comes into play. At Genuine Filings, we specialize in offering professional, affordable, and timely ITR filing services for salaried individuals, freelancers, businesses, and NRIs.

Why Hire a Chartered Accountant (CA) for ITR Filing?

A Chartered Accountant brings in-depth knowledge and experience of Indian tax laws. Their role goes beyond mere filing—they help in tax planning, ensuring compliance, and maximizing savings. Here’s why hiring a CA for Income Tax Return Services in India makes a difference:

Accurate Filing: Avoid penalties due to errors or late filing.

Customized Advice: Get tailored tax-saving tips based on your income and investments.

Compliance Check: Ensure that your returns are filed in accordance with the latest legal guidelines.

Time-Saving: Outsourcing tax filing to professionals saves time and effort.

Genuine Filings: Your Trusted Partner for Tax Return Filing

At Genuine Filings, we understand that each taxpayer’s needs are unique. Whether you are an individual with a single salary source or a business with complex finances, our experienced CAs provide personalized assistance to make your ITR filing seamless.

Our Income Tax Return Services Include:

ITR Filing for Salaried Individuals

ITR Filing for Business Owners

Freelancer and Consultant Tax Filing

Capital Gains Tax Filing

NRI ITR Filing

Revised and Belated Return Filing

Tax Audit Support

Advance Tax Planning

Our process is simple: consult with our experts, upload your documents securely, and let our CAs do the rest.

Benefits of Choosing Genuine Filings

1. Expert Guidance

Our team comprises highly qualified CAs who stay up-to-date with changes in tax laws and filing procedures. We ensure your returns are accurate, optimized, and compliant.

2. Affordable Pricing

We believe that expert tax services should be accessible to all. Our transparent pricing ensures there are no hidden charges.

3. Fast Turnaround

We value your time. Our streamlined process ensures your returns are filed on or before the deadline.

4. Data Security

We use advanced encryption and secure servers to protect your financial data. Your privacy is our priority.

5. End-to-End Support

From document collection to acknowledgment receipt, our team is available throughout the process to answer your questions and resolve concerns.

Who Needs a CA for Income Tax Return Services?

Salaried Employees with multiple Form 16s or rental income

Self-employed Professionals with business or consulting income

Businesses that require tax audit compliance

Investors with capital gains from shares, mutual funds, or real estate

NRIs with Indian income

Individuals with Foreign Income

If you fall into any of these categories, hiring a CA for Income Tax Return Services in India is highly recommended.

Conclusion

Income tax filing is a critical financial responsibility. Errors or non-compliance can lead to penalties and legal complications. Partnering with a trusted brand like Genuine Filings ensures peace of mind, accuracy, and timely filing. Our expert Chartered Accountants are committed to providing the best-in-class Income Tax Return Services in India tailored to your needs.

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Boutique vs. Full-Service Digital Marketing Agency: Which One Fits Your Brand?

In today’s hyper-competitive online world, every brand—whether a startup or an enterprise—needs a smart digital presence to survive and grow. That’s where choosing the right Digital Marketing Agency becomes crucial. But not all agencies are built the same. Broadly speaking, businesses often face a choice between two models: a boutique digital marketing agency or a full-service digital marketing agency. Both have their strengths, but the right fit depends on your brand’s size, goals, and the type of partnership you’re looking for.

Let’s break down the difference between the two and explore which one might be the better fit for your business.

What is a Boutique Digital Marketing Agency?

A boutique agency is typically a smaller firm that specialises in a few areas of digital marketing. These agencies often focus on specific services like SEO, social media, influencer marketing, or creative branding. What sets them apart is their personalised approach, agility, and deep expertise in their chosen niche.

Key Benefits of Boutique Agencies:

Niche Expertise: If your brand needs laser-focused help—for example, with Instagram growth or brand storytelling—a boutique agency may offer a higher level of creativity and specialisation.

Direct Access to Experts: You work directly with the strategists or creatives handling your campaigns, not just account managers.

Custom Attention: Since boutique agencies handle fewer clients, they often provide more dedicated support, rapid communication, and tailored strategies.

When to Choose a Boutique Agency:

Your brand is small to mid-sized and needs close collaboration.

You have a very specific goal, like a product launch or a rebranding project.

Your team prefers a hands-on, collaborative style over a formal corporate setup.

What is a Full-Service Digital Marketing Agency?

A full-service agency offers end-to-end digital marketing solutions. These agencies typically have larger teams with departments for SEO, PPC, email marketing, website development, video production, social media, and more. They are like one-stop shops for brands that want a comprehensive strategy under one roof.

Key Benefits of Full-Service Agencies:

Integrated Strategy: Everything from content creation to campaign execution is aligned across departments, reducing inconsistencies.

Scalability: Full-service firms are better suited for growing or enterprise-level businesses that require large-scale campaigns and a variety of services.

Long-Term Partnership: They often work with brands over several years, handling everything from annual planning to performance analysis.

When to Choose a Full-Service Agency:

You want to centralise all your digital marketing efforts with one partner.

Your brand has a sizable budget and complex marketing needs across channels.

You require constant performance tracking, data analytics, and ROI reports.

Cost Comparison: Boutique vs. Full-Service

Boutique agencies may charge less upfront, but their pricing is often based on custom deliverables and time-intensive work. They’re great if you want results in a focused area without paying for unnecessary services.

Full-service agencies might have higher retainers, but they offer bundled services that can be cost-effective in the long run—especially if you need everything from SEO to paid ads to web development.

Pros & Cons at a Glance

Feature Boutique Agency Full-Service Agency Specialisation High in niche areas Broad, generalist expertise Customisation Highly personalised May follow more standardised processes Client Interaction Direct with experts Often through account managers Speed and Agility Fast and flexible May have longer processes Service Breadth Limited Comprehensive (all-in-one) Ideal For Startups, DTC brands, creative projects Enterprises, growing brands, complex needs

Which One Fits Your Brand?

There’s no one-size-fits-all answer. If your brand is lean, agile, and looking to solve a specific problem—like increasing engagement on TikTok or optimising a Shopify store—a boutique agency can deliver highly creative, focused results.

On the other hand, if you're an established business looking to unify your SEO, paid media, email campaigns, and brand strategy, then a full-service agency might be your best bet.

You might even combine both approaches—using a boutique agency for branding and creative execution, and a full-service partner for technical SEO and performance marketing.

Final Thoughts

Ultimately, the best choice is the one that aligns with your brand’s goals, team size, and preferred way of working. Evaluate your current marketing pain points, long-term objectives, and budget. Then choose a Digital Marketing Agency that doesn’t just offer services—but truly fits into your growth story.

Whether you go boutique or full-service, the right agency will become an extension of your team—committed, aligned, and invested in your success.

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Manage Your Projects Smarter: 10 Best Web-Based Tools for 2025 

In the modern business world, staying organized and on top of tasks is crucial for the successful completion of projects. With teams often working remotely or from different parts of the globe, relying on the right web-based project management software has become essential. Web-based software examples, such as project management platforms, help organizations streamline workflows, enhance collaboration, and ensure project delivery on time. As we move into 2025, it's important to understand the tools available and how they can transform the way you manage your projects. These tools enable you to handle everything from task assignments and time tracking to real-time communication, all in one platform. 

Whether you are managing a small team or a large-scale project, these ten web-based project management software solutions for 2025 will make it easier to stay on track and boost team productivity. Here’s a look at the best options for the upcoming year: 

1. Asana 

Asana continues to lead the project management software industry for its versatility and ease of use. In 2025, Asana is expected to roll out even more advanced AI features that will help teams automate tasks and streamline workflows. Its intuitive interface makes it easy for both small and large teams to manage projects. Features include task management, team collaboration, and integration with other tools like Slack and Google Drive. Asana also supports agile project management with boards and workflows, ensuring that all team members stay on the same page. 

2. Trello 

Known for its simplicity, Trello is perfect for teams who need a visually engaging way to manage tasks and collaborate. Trello’s board and card system allows you to move tasks between stages, track project progress, and keep all communication in one place. It also offers integrations with many tools such as Google Drive, Slack, and Zapier. In 2025, Trello is expected to provide more advanced customization options and automation features, helping teams work more efficiently. 

3. Monday.com 

Monday.com is a highly customizable platform that can be tailored to suit almost any workflow. It allows teams to manage everything from simple to complex projects with its versatile templates. In 2025, Monday.com is set to enhance its automation tools, which will reduce manual effort and improve the overall user experience. It supports time tracking, collaboration, and reporting, making it a great choice for organizations looking for a comprehensive project management tool. 

4. ClickUp 

ClickUp stands out for its powerful and customizable features. It supports a wide range of project management methodologies, from Kanban and Scrum to Waterfall. The platform offers task tracking, team collaboration, document sharing, and goal setting, all within one dashboard. ClickUp is also expected to improve its AI-driven features, which will help teams automate routine tasks. It’s an ideal option for businesses looking to centralize their work management process. 

5. Wrike 

Wrike is a powerful project management solution for teams of all sizes. It offers tools for task management, document sharing, time tracking, and project visualization through Gantt charts. Wrike also provides a robust reporting feature, which helps teams keep track of their progress and identify bottlenecks. Wrike’s upcoming features include enhanced integration options with more third-party apps, making it even more useful for businesses using multiple software tools. 

6. Basecamp 

Basecamp is known for its simplicity and effectiveness, making it one of the most popular project management tools for small businesses and startups. With features like to-do lists, file sharing, group chat, and task assignments, Basecamp keeps all team communications in one place. Basecamp also offers a flat-rate pricing model, which makes it affordable for small businesses looking for an all-in-one solution without the complex features of other platforms. Basecamp's simplicity and straightforwardness make it a great entry-level tool for teams looking to get organized. 

7. Teamwork 

Teamwork is an excellent choice for businesses managing both client-facing projects and internal tasks. The software includes tools for task management, time tracking, collaboration, and reporting, which help teams stay on track. Teamwork’s features make it suitable for creative agencies, development teams, and any business that needs strong client collaboration tools. Teamwork is also integrating more automation and AI features in 2025, helping businesses optimize their workflows. 

8. Smartsheet 

Smartsheet is a cloud-based platform that blends the power of a spreadsheet with advanced project management features. It’s especially popular among teams that require extensive data handling and reporting. Smartsheet's Gantt chart, task management, and collaboration tools make it ideal for large teams or enterprises. In 2025, Smartsheet will continue to evolve with AI-driven project insights and deeper integrations with other enterprise software tools. 

9. Zoho Projects 

Zoho Projects is a great web-based project management tool for teams that need an easy-to-use platform with powerful features. It offers task management, Gantt charts, time tracking, and bug tracking. Zoho Projects also integrates well with other Zoho apps, creating an ecosystem for business management. The software will likely continue to expand its features, particularly with AI and machine learning, helping teams analyze performance and predict project success in 2025. 

10. Microsoft Project for the Web 

Microsoft Project is an enterprise-level project management tool designed for organizations that require a comprehensive solution. It offers robust scheduling, resource management, and reporting tools, making it a go-to for project managers working on large-scale projects. In 2025, Microsoft Project for the Web is expected to become even more integrated with other Microsoft tools like Teams and SharePoint, further enhancing collaboration across platforms.    If you're interested in exploring the benefits of Cloud based application services for your business, we encourage you to book an appointment with our team of experts. 

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As businesses continue to rely on cloud-based applications, selecting the right project management tool is critical for long-term success. These cloud-based solutions not only facilitate efficient collaboration but also provide real-time data synchronization, which is invaluable for remote teams. By leveraging the power of the cloud, organizations can manage complex projects and streamline processes, ensuring that they stay competitive in 2025 and beyond. 

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Amazon Advertising Agency Fueling Growth For Sellers In A Competitive Marketplace

Amazon Advertising Agency has transformed how people shop online. With over 300 million active users, it’s a vast marketplace full of potential. But with such scale comes intense competition. Brands that want to stand out, drive sales, and build authority on Amazon must invest more than just effort — they need the right strategy. That’s where a professional Amazon Advertising Agency becomes invaluable.

From setting up ad campaigns to managing listings, keywords, and performance analytics, an Amazon Advertising Agency serves as a strategic partner for success. In this blog, we’ll explore how these agencies work, what services they offer, and why investing in one can significantly impact your brand’s performance.

Understanding the Amazon Marketplace: A Brief Overview

Amazon is no longer just a product listing platform. It's a complex, algorithm-driven ecosystem where visibility and conversion depend on how effectively sellers can manage their listings, ads, pricing, and inventory. To succeed, businesses must:

Target the right keywords

Optimize product listings

Use data to refine advertising strategies

Maintain a strong seller reputation

That’s a lot to handle — and doing it alone often leads to wasted resources and missed opportunities. A reliable Amazon Advertising Agency bridges the gap between potential and performance.

Why You Need an Amazon Advertising Agency

Launching products or scaling an existing Amazon business requires more than simply running ads. It involves understanding the nuances of Sponsored Products, bidding strategies, keyword match types, and campaign structuring.

A qualified Amazon Advertising Agency handles every element with precision. Here's why businesses of all sizes choose to work with these specialists:

Increased Visibility: With the right ad campaigns, your products appear in top search positions, boosting exposure.

Efficient Ad Spend: Expert bid management ensures your budget is used where it drives the most returns.

Better Conversion Rates: Targeted ads attract relevant traffic that’s more likely to convert.

Continuous Optimization: Agencies adjust campaigns based on performance data to improve ROI.

Time-Saving: Sellers can focus on business operations while professionals handle the advertising.

In short, an Amazon Advertising Agency helps you compete smarter.

Key Services Offered by an Amazon Advertising Agency

A good agency offers more than just ads. It delivers a comprehensive suite of Amazon Marketing Services that ensure every aspect of your brand presence on Amazon is optimized.

1. Campaign Planning and Strategy

Every product requires a different advertising approach. Agencies analyze market trends, competition, and customer behavior to build tailored advertising strategies. This includes:

Choosing ad types: Sponsored Products, Sponsored Brands, Sponsored Display

Structuring campaigns for scalability

Identifying high-intent target audiences

Budget planning and bid forecasting

This foundation ensures you get the most out of every dollar spent.

2. Keyword Research and Optimization

Effective campaigns start with the right keywords. Amazon Advertising Agencies use advanced tools to uncover:

High-converting long-tail keywords

Competitor keywords

Negative keywords to avoid irrelevant traffic

Ongoing optimization ensures ads remain relevant and cost-effective.

3. Ad Copy and Creative Development

The best ads are both data-driven and creative. Agencies create compelling ad copy, visuals, and even A+ content that resonate with shoppers and increase clicks.

4. Ongoing Campaign Management

Once campaigns go live, agencies continuously monitor performance. They adjust bids, pause underperforming keywords, add new ones, and test different strategies to ensure consistent improvement.

5. Detailed Analytics and Reporting

Transparency is key. Reputable agencies provide regular performance reports, including:

Impressions and click-through rates

Cost-per-click (CPC)

Conversion rate

Return on Ad Spend (RoAS)

Advertising Cost of Sales (ACoS)

These insights drive informed decision-making.

Amazon Marketing Services: Beyond Paid Ads

While advertising plays a huge role in boosting visibility, organic rankings and overall seller performance are equally important. This is why most Amazon Advertising Agencies offer full-scale Amazon Marketing Services.

These include:

- Product Listing Optimization

Your product listing is your digital storefront. A well-optimized listing includes:

Keyword-rich titles

Bullet points that highlight features and benefits

Detailed product descriptions

High-quality product images

Backend keywords for search indexing

These elements directly impact both organic traffic and ad conversions.

- A+ Content and Brand Stores

For brand-registered sellers, enhanced content and storefront design add significant value. Agencies help build:

Visually engaging A+ content

Comparison charts

Branded Amazon Stores that reflect your identity and promote cross-selling

- Inventory and Pricing Strategy

Keeping your products in stock and competitively priced is crucial. Agencies monitor inventory levels and competitor pricing to help you win the Buy Box and avoid lost sales.

Importance of Amazon Product Listing Service

Even if your ads attract clicks, poorly written listings can lead to low conversions. A professional Amazon Product Listing Service ensures your listings:

Appear in relevant search results

Communicate product value

Instill buyer confidence through optimized content

Listings are optimized both for Amazon’s algorithm (A9) and for human readers — a balance that only seasoned experts can achieve.

What Are Amazon Account Management Services?

Running an Amazon business is time-intensive. Sellers often struggle to juggle customer messages, inventory issues, order fulfillment, and performance metrics. This is where Amazon Account Management Services becomes a game-changer.

Account management includes:

Daily monitoring of your seller dashboard

Handling customer service queries

Managing order and return flow

Ensuring timely inventory replenishment

Flagging and resolving account health issues

With a dedicated account manager, you minimize risks and maximize efficiency.

How Amazon Marketing Agency and Advertising Agency Work Together

The terms Amazon Advertising Agency and Amazon Marketing Agency are often used interchangeably, but there’s a slight difference:

An Amazon Advertising Agency focuses mainly on paid ads.

An Amazon Marketing Agency provides a full-service approach, including advertising, branding, SEO, and account management.

However, many agencies now offer both services under one roof. Choosing such an integrated partner ensures that every part of your strategy — paid and organic — works together to drive growth.

Avoiding Common Amazon Seller Mistakes

Many sellers make critical mistakes that limit their growth potential. Without professional help, it’s easy to:

Target the wrong audience with broad keywords

Overspend due to poor bid management

Neglect backend optimization

Run ads for out-of-stock products

Miss out on key reporting insights

Working with an experienced Amazon Advertising Agency can help you avoid these issues and grow sustainably.

Latest Advertising Trends on Amazon

The Amazon landscape is always evolving. Staying ahead requires adapting to the latest trends:

 Sponsored Video Ads

Video content captures attention quickly. Short, informative product videos now play a vital role in advertising success.

Amazon DSP (Demand Side Platform)

Beyond Amazon’s site, sellers can now reach audiences across the web via Amazon’s DSP, which allows targeting based on shopping behavior and demographics.

 Voice Search Optimization

As Alexa usage grows, optimizing listings and ads for voice queries is becoming more important.

Mobile-First Shopping

Over 70% of Amazon shoppers use mobile devices. Agencies help design mobile-friendly product pages and ad creatives that convert better on smaller screens.

How to Choose the Right Amazon Advertising Agency

Not all agencies are created equal. Here are some criteria to consider when selecting the right partner:

Experience with your product category

Case studies or proven results

Ability to scale campaigns

Transparent reporting

Full-service capabilities (ads, SEO, listings, account management)

Data-driven approach with clear ROI tracking

You want an agency that treats your brand like its own and grows with your success.

Conclusion

Navigating Amazon’s ecosystem is challenging — but also highly rewarding when done right. A capable Amazon Advertising Agency not only improves your ad results but also helps you build a long-term, profitable business on one of the world’s biggest marketplaces. From precision ad campaigns and keyword targeting to full-scale Amazon Marketing Services, Amazon Product Listing Services, and Amazon Account Management Services, a comprehensive agency helps you make the most of your Amazon presence.

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Scaling Success: Strategies for Enterprise-Level Campaigns

In the fast-paced world of digital marketing, Enterprise PPC Management has turned out to be most vital for the large-scale brand and organization that looks to maximize its advertising ROI. From managing multi-channel campaigns that are complicated and ensuring that every dollar spent has measured results, Enterprise PPC Management requires the highest levels of precision, adaptability, and creative thinking that go much beyond traditional paid advertising.

At the heart of Enterprise PPC Management lies the core ability to scale campaigns. Scaling success is about taking what works and amplifying it to larger audiences, enter new markets, and generate more revenue while keeping costs under control and maintaining brand integrity. Let us now investigate some of the key techniques that are practiced by foremost enterprises in growing their PPC efforts and scaling them to unimaginable levels.

Understanding Enterprise PPC Management

Before discussing strategies for scaling success, it would help to first understand what makes Enterprise PPC Management different from small- or medium-sized campaigns. At its heart, it involves:

High-Volume Campaigns: Thousands of ads are managed across multiple platforms.

Diverse Market Segments: Different messages are crafted for varying audiences worldwide.

Complex Data Ecosystems: Data from multiple sources are integrated to make strategic decisions.

Sophisticated Budgeting: Huge amounts are allocated for ad spends across divisions, regions, and products.

In terms of complexity, a mindset of balancing streamlining with innovation is a must-have.

Strategy 1: Data-Driven Decision-Making

Success in Enterprise PPC Management truly depends upon the availability of data. Leveraging vast amounts of first- and third-party data provides either the win or the loss for any campaign.

Key Tactic: Centralized Data Integration

To successfully scale campaigns, integration must be done between data sources like CRM, website analytics, sales platforms, etc., so everything appears on the same single dashboard. This consolidated view permits PPC managers to decide what works and what does not.

Pro Tip: Take advantage of advanced analytics and AI-powered insights to identify emerging trends, key audience segments, and performance weaknesses. Enterprises that keep optimizing on real-time data will outperform others that continue to operate on manual processes.

Strategy 2: Granular Audience Segmentation

Audience segmentation is a highly efficient tool in enterprise PPC management. Instead of big-picture marketing maneuvers, the most successful campaigns focus on delivering fine-grained messaging through micro-segmentation.

Main Strategy: Persona-Driven Ad Approach

Divide the audience based on behavior, intent, or purchase history. The advertising message geared towards specific needs will enhance the CTR and finally conversions.

Scale Tip: Be sure to test and optimize your segments. For enterprise campaigns, a dynamic audience segment in continuous flux in response to changes in the market is ideal for this matter.

Strategy 3: Cross-Platform Consistency

Enterprises can't rely on just one channel. For scaling, a brand message must be present on all major platforms -- Google Ads, Microsoft Advertising, Social Media, and Programmatic.

A Key Tactic: Omnichannel Synchronization

Use tools that allow you to synchronize campaigns across channels while allowing customization of messaging with the unique features each channel has.

For Example: A retailer may use discounted-priced ads on search to talk about promotions for the current season, while social media ads interact with advertising campaigns for brand awareness through repeat video impressions.

Brand trust and engagement in effect are conferred to the customer whenever touchpoints are kept consistent, thus supporting a seamless journey for the client along Enterprise PPC Management.

Strategy 4: Advanced Bidding Strategies

Manual bidding for high-volume campaigns will become unmanageable. These are the moments for automated and advanced bidding strategies.

Tip: Smart Bidding & Automation

Consider Google's smart bidding strategies, such as Target CPA and Target ROAS, to drive conversions for the budget provided. Enterprises implementing machine learning-based bidding can more readily adapt to rapid changes in market conditions.

Scaling Tip: Automation is powerful, but it is not a full proof. Always oversee and adjust your bidding algorithms to best reflect your real-time objectives and seasonal trends.

Strategy 5: Rigorous Testing and Experimentation

One of the hallmarks of Enterprise PPC Management is the working culture of experimentation. Key to scalling success are A/B tests, multivariate tests, and iterative improvements.

Key Tactic: Structured Testing Framework

Implement frameworks with which to test ad copy, landing page copy, and creative assets. Such a framework limits guessing and ensures continual improvement.

Example: Different headline variations could be tested by the SaaS global brand in varied markets to use the data in determining which resonates best and then scale that winning formula.

Strategy 6: Collaboration and Alignment

Scaling at the enterprise level requires marketing, sales, product, and data teams to align and work together.

Key Tactic: Keep Stakeholders Regularly Engaged in Meetings

Regular check-ins need to be established and prioritized in order to discuss day-to-day campaign implementation, share insight, and stay aligned in messaging. By working together, campaigns are ensured to reflect the goals of the marketing function as well as those of the other business functions.

Strategy 7: Prioritizing Brand Safety

With scaling campaigns, there comes the larger responsibility for brand integrity. Enterprises want to make sure their ads do not appear on inappropriate sites or next to controversial content.

Key Tactic: Proactive Brand Safety Measures

Building a placement exclusion list and using brand safety filters will protect the brand's image. This is the most critical factor for global brands operating in different regulatory environments.

Measuring Success: KPIs and Beyond

Success scaling is not just about having bigger numbers. Enterprises should take a holistic approach to measuring performance:

Return on Ad Spend (ROAS)

Cost per Acquisition (CPA)

Customer Lifetime Value (CLV)

Market Share Growth

Enterprise PPC Management specialists watch over these KPIs and make the changes to the campaigns as needed. Apart from the numbers, there are other qualitative details such as perception regarding the brand and customer loyalty that matter too.

Looking Ahead: Future-Proofing Enterprise PPC Management

While AI and automation gain in sophistication, Enterprise PPC Management finds itself destined increasingly to be data-led and customer-centered. New tools will be needed, and consumer behaviors will pass through episodes of rapid changes.

Key takeaway: Scaling success is the domain of companies that take an anticipatory and innovative approach. Enterprises that make such steps will take the lead in product growth and cement stronger bonds with customers.

Final Thoughts

Therefore, after all has been said and done, Enterprise PPC Management is more about strategies than merely bigger budgets. Enterprises grow bigger by scaling, but that scaling does not pass values by. This can only be achieved by remaining true to data, audience segmentation, cross-platform consistency, advanced bidding, rigorous testing, cross-functional collaboration, and brand safety.

If you want to know more about PPC Agency and its Services, kindly read our next blog in this series “Maximizing Impact: Measuring ROI with an Enterprise PPC Partner”. Stay Tuned!

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