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OWDT (web design company)

5.0 (19)
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Manufacturing
6 reviewers
40%
PROJECT COST
$2.5K - $5Kper project6 reviewers | 32%
RETAINER COST
$500 - $1Kper month6 reviewers | 32%
David StarkCEO
Overall Rating
5.0
Communication
5.0
Responsiveness
5.0
Accuracy of Timeline
5.0
Expertise
5.0
Value for Money
5.0
Accuracy of Cost Estimates
5.0
For years, my organization had been having trouble getting leads from our website. We were aware that our website need a significant makeover, but we were unsure of where to begin. At that point, we looked to OWDT for direction. They created a thorough plan to raise the conversion rate of our website and assisted us in identifying the main areas that need improvement. We have noticed a notable rise in website traffic and leads after putting OWDT's SEO plan into practice. Additionally, our website's conversion rate has gone up, increasing return on investment (ROI). More organic traffic has resulted from our improved search engine ranking for our target phrases. The communication between our team and OWDT's was rather efficient. Throughout the process, they gave us regular information and responded to our queries and worries. Additionally, they gave us a thorough project schedule and strategy, which helped us control our expectations and stay on course.December 18, 2023

https://owdt.com

Houston, TX

Founded 2006

101-250 Employees

Full-service website design company based in Houston

Texas-based OWDT is a web design company that combines traditional craft skills and innovative technology to create websites. Their team has worked with individuals, businesses, nonprofits, and real estate companies of all types. OWDT offers various services, including web design, branding, digital marketing, SEO, Google Ads, social media, and marketing services. Under their web design services, they provide UI and UX development, integrate CMS, and use information architecture (IA) to organize content and design features across websites, blogs, and software products. OWDT protection services help safeguard a business website's performance and appearance. Their branding expertise includes brand identity, naming, visual identity development, printing materials, market research, content strategy, and more. Aside from marketing, OWDT also provides financial services with many financing options that allow businesses to acquire whatever they need without being burdened by annual marketing budget constraints.

Expertise

Services Offered
Branding|Digital Marketing|Full Service Digital|SEO|Social Media Marketing|User Experience Design|Web Design|Web Development
Industries Served
Education & Learning | Hospitality, Dining, Event & Travel | Manufacturing | IT & Software Development

Costs

Project CostProjects Starting at:
not provided by vendor
15 reviewers reported project cost for this provider
Less than $1K
5%
$1K - $2.5K
21%
$2.5K - $5K
32%
$5K - $10K
16%
$10K+
5%
No cost reported
21%
Retainer CostRetainers Starting at:
not provided by vendor
15 reviewers reported retainer cost for this provider
$250 - $500
16%
$500 - $1K
32%
$1K - $2K
26%
$2K - $5K
5%
$5K+
No cost reported
21%

OWDT (web design company) Reviews

Overall Rating

5.0

19 Reviews

Expertise
5.0
Value for Money
5.0
Accuracy of Cost Estimates
5.0
Communication
5.0
Responsiveness
5.0
Accuracy of Timeline
5.0

Pros:

  • Quality of Work, Staff, Design Features,

  • The way that OWDT was able to combine creativity with usefulness was remarkable. They created a digital shop that perfectly reflected our brand, not just an e-commerce platform.

  • The way that OWDT understood the mutually beneficial link between e-commerce and community involvement was excellent. They created a digital environment that went beyond simple transactions rather than merely creating a website.

  • The strategy team at OWDT impressed me. They thoroughly examined the functionality of our website and found a number of issues that needed modification. Additionally, they gave us a thorough plan on how to raise the conversion rate of our website, which increased our return on investment (ROI).

Cons:

  • It was a challenge for our whole team to learn how to use a new website, but the staff made the training process easy and taught each of us how to use the features we needed to manage.

  • The project was successful, but our team could not have realized the full potential of the website without more comprehensive training on how to use the advanced capabilities after launch.

  • OWDT gave us a thorough user manual and was always accessible to respond to our inquiries and offer more training.

  • None. We received a thorough accessibility strategy from OWDT, and they were always willing to respond to our inquiries and offer more training.

19 reviews

Recommended
David Stark
CEO
Industrial Automation, Unspecified
Overall Rating
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
10/10
Pros:
The strategy team at OWDT impressed me. They thoroughly examined the functionality of our website and found a number of issues that needed modification. Additionally, they gave us a thorough plan on how to raise the conversion rate of our website, which increased our return on investment (ROI).
Cons:
I would have preferred to receive updates on the project's status more frequently. But throughout the process, OWDT kept us informed and was always ready to address our issues and answer our inquiries.
Reviewer Source
Source: UpCity
December 18, 2023
Frequency: Single Project
Cost Per Project: $2,500 - $4,999
Retainer: $500-$1,000 monthly
Overall Experience: For years, my organization had been having trouble getting leads from our website. We were aware that our website need a significant makeover, but we were unsure of where to begin. At that point, we looked to OWDT for direction. They created a thorough plan to raise the conversion rate of our website and assisted us in identifying the main areas that need improvement. We have noticed a notable rise in website traffic and leads after putting OWDT's SEO plan into practice. Additionally, our website's conversion rate has gone up, increasing return on investment (ROI). More organic traffic has resulted from our improved search engine ranking for our target phrases. The communication between our team and OWDT's was rather efficient. Throughout the process, they gave us regular information and responded to our queries and worries. Additionally, they gave us a thorough project schedule and strategy, which helped us control our expectations and stay on course.
Other Contributing Factors: Specific Service Offering
Thomas Brook
CEO
Non-Profit Organization Management, Unspecified
Overall Rating
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
10/10
Pros:
OWDT's dedication to client happiness amazed me. They were always accessible to respond to our inquiries and handle our problems, and they offered us excellent service and assistance throughout the project. In order to guarantee that our website was customized to meet our unique demands and objectives, they also went above and above.
Cons:
None. We received a thorough accessibility strategy from OWDT, and they were always willing to respond to our inquiries and offer more training.
Reviewer Source
Source: UpCity
December 18, 2023
Frequency: Single Project
Cost Per Project: Less than $1,000
Retainer: Less than $500 monthly
Overall Experience: Customers were becoming more irritated with our website. They were exiting our website without completing a purchase because they were experiencing problems locating the information they required. Our website has significantly increased in sales as a consequence of the user-friendly and intuitive overhaul that OWDT assisted us with. Sales and online traffic have significantly increased since we launched our new website. The intuitive design and ease of use of our website have increased consumer satisfaction and loyalty. Additionally, we've noticed a drop in the bounce rate and an increase in time spent on the website, which has raised engagement and conversion rates. Our team and OWDT's workflow worked along rather well. They gave us regular updates throughout the process and were receptive to our queries and worries. In order to assist us manage our expectations and stay on schedule, they also gave us a thorough project plan and timeframe.
Other Contributing Factors: Technical Expertise
Judd Rosenblatt
CEO
Industrial Automation, Unspecified
Overall Rating
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
10/10
Pros:
The design team at OWDT impressed me. They gave us a unique website design that captured the essence of our business and its values. They approached the project with great creativity and innovation. Additionally, they went above and above to make sure our website was simple to use.
Cons:
OWDT gave us a thorough user manual and was always accessible to respond to our inquiries and offer more training.
Reviewer Source
Source: UpCity
December 18, 2023
Frequency: Single Project
Cost Per Project: $2,500 - $4,999
Retainer: $500-$1,000 monthly
Overall Experience: The ideals of our brand were no longer reflected on our out-of-date website. We knew we had to start over, but we also didn't want to lose any of the important stuff we had already produced. In collaboration with us, OWDT created a distinctive website design that showcased the essence of our business and integrated our current content. Our consumers have complimented our new website on its appearance and usefulness several times since we launched it. The personality and values of our brand are now better reflected on our website, which has increased client satisfaction. Additionally, sales have increased, resulting in a stronger return on investment (ROI). The communication between our team and OWDT's was rather efficient. Throughout the process, they gave us regular information and responded to our queries and worries. Additionally, they gave us a thorough project schedule and strategy, which helped us control our expectations and stay on course.
Other Contributing Factors: Specific Service Offering
Johannes Fruehauf
CEO
Hospital & Health Care, Unspecified
Overall Rating
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
10/10
Pros:
The inventiveness of OWDT was evident; they contributed novel concepts that made our website both aesthetically pleasing and useful. They really stand out for their meticulous attention to detail and dedication to producing a product that is consistent with our corporate identity.
Cons:
Although everything went quite well, there may have been a greater post-launch support plan. After launch, there were a few little problems, and having a formal support mechanism would have made things easier to resolve.
Reviewer Source
Source: UpCity
December 18, 2023
Frequency: Single Project
Cost Per Project: $1,000 - $2,499
Retainer: $500-$1,000 monthly
Overall Experience: In order to improve consumer interaction, I approached OWDT with the intention of redesigning our company's online presence and building a user-friendly website. The result was better than we had anticipated. The website resulted in a notable rise in online sales in addition to increased visitors. The cooperative process worked really well, as OWDT quickly resolved any issues and adjusted to our changing needs.
Other Contributing Factors: Industry Focus
Ben Greenberg
Owner
Industrial Automation, Unspecified
Overall Rating
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
10/10
Pros:
The way that OWDT understood the mutually beneficial link between e-commerce and community involvement was excellent. They created a digital environment that went beyond simple transactions rather than merely creating a website.
Cons:
Although the initiative was successful, the website's long-term effects might have been reinforced with a more thorough plan for sustaining and growing the online community beyond launch.
Reviewer Source
Source: UpCity
January 3, 2024
Frequency: Single Project
Cost Per Project: $2,500 - $4,999
Retainer: $1,000-$2,000 monthly
Overall Experience: Our task was to design a website that will not only highlight our offerings but also work in unison with our social media accounts to build an audience feeling of community. The website developed into a lively community interaction area in addition to serving as a central location for our items. The OWDT team demonstrated a strong grasp of the social dynamics around our brand, resulting in a collaborative and efficient process. It was really impressive how well they were able to combine community development with e-commerce.
Other Contributing Factors: Industry Focus
Christian Hebich
CEO
Hospital & Health Care, Unspecified
Overall Rating
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
10/10
Pros:
It was quite amazing how well OWDT was able to incorporate sophisticated functionality without sacrificing an intuitive user experience. They designed a digital experience that connected with our tech-savvy audience rather than merely building a website.
Cons:
The project was successful, but our team could not have realized the full potential of the website without more comprehensive training on how to use the advanced capabilities after launch.
Reviewer Source
Source: UpCity
January 3, 2024
Frequency: Single Project
Cost Per Project: $5,000 - $9,999
Retainer: $1,000-$2,000 monthly
Overall Experience: Our goal was to improve user experience by adding cutting-edge features to our aesthetically pleasing website, thereby elevating our online visibility. Because of the customized features that OWDT recommended, user interaction on the website significantly increased when it launched. The teamwork process was excellent, with frequent check-ins and quick adjustments to our changing needs. Modern technology was used by OWDT, which really made our website unique.
Other Contributing Factors: Technical Expertise
Lukasz Haluch
Co-Founder
Education Management, Unspecified
Overall Rating
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
10/10
Pros:
I must say that I was thoroughly impressed by the skills of OWDT designers and developers. They provided us with guidance and demonstrated expertise in their field. Additionally, they went the mile to tailor our website to perfectly align with our needs and goals.
Cons:
We were pretty pleased with the overall execution process.
Reviewer Source
Source: UpCity
December 18, 2023
Frequency: Single Project
Cost Per Project: $50,000 - $199,999
Retainer: $2,000-$5,000 monthly
Overall Experience: Ever since we launched our website, we have witnessed an increase in website traffic and leads. The improved aesthetics and user friendliness of our site have resulted in conversion rates. Furthermore, thanks to a search engine ranking, we are attracting more organic visitors than ever before. The communication between our team and OWDT was seamless; they consistently provided updates throughout the project timeline while promptly addressing any inquiries or concerns we had along the way. They also provided us with a project schedule and strategy that helped us manage our expectations effectively.
Other Contributing Factors: Cost, Industry Focus, Specific Service Offering
Joel Patterson
Founder
Industrial Automation, Unspecified
Overall Rating
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
10/10
Pros:
It was quite amazing how much OWDT stressed content as a strategic advantage. They created a knowledge platform that established us as thought leaders in our field, not just a website.
Cons:
Although the experience was good all around, our team could have updated resources more autonomously if they had received more thorough post-launch training on content management.
Reviewer Source
Source: UpCity
January 3, 2024
Frequency: Single Project
Cost Per Project: $1,000 - $2,499
Retainer: Less than $500 monthly
Overall Experience: Our organization wanted to have a digital presence that offered our target audience useful information and insights in addition to showcasing our services. The website gained popularity as the go-to source for our sector, drawing in both prospective customers and business experts looking for insights. The OWDT team demonstrated a profound comprehension of content strategy through their collaborative and efficient workflow. Their dedication to developing a platform that went above and beyond what we offered was quite impressive.
Other Contributing Factors: Industry Focus, Technical Expertise
Jeremy Johnson
CEO
Automotive, Unspecified
Overall Rating
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
10/10
Pros:
The dedication of OWDT to be current with industry developments was quite admirable. They updated our website to reflect the modern digital environment rather than merely redesigning it.
Cons:
Even though our team worked really well together, more comprehensive post-launch user training would have enabled us to fully utilize the additional features and functions of the website.
Reviewer Source
Source: UpCity
January 3, 2024
Frequency: Single Project
Cost Per Project: $5,000 - $9,999
Retainer: $1,000-$2,000 monthly
Overall Experience: In order to bring our antiquated website up to date with industry standards and offer a smooth experience for our diversified clients, our firm sought a digital makeover. The redesigned website garnered praise for its contemporary design in addition to drawing in a larger readership. The process worked really well; OWDT took our suggestions and refined the features to fit our brand image without any problems. What really sets them apart is their commitment to remaining on the cutting edge of design trends.
Other Contributing Factors: Location
Vijay Manthripragada
CEO
Industrial Automation, Unspecified
Overall Rating
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
10/10
Pros:
It was rather amazing how OWDT was able to change course with our rebranding efforts without sacrificing the project's deadline. They went above and beyond what we had anticipated in terms of flexibility.
Cons:
Even though the communication was excellent, post-launch data that was more thorough would have made it easier for us to monitor how the website affected user engagement and conversions.
Reviewer Source
Source: UpCity
January 3, 2024
Frequency: Single Project
Cost Per Project: $2,500 - $4,999
Retainer: $500-$1,000 monthly
Overall Experience: To reflect our rebranded company and highlight our enlarged service offering, we required a complete website makeover. The redesigned website successfully conveyed the range of our services while also capturing the fresh identity of our company. The OWDT team demonstrated remarkable efficacy in the process by exhibiting adaptability and aggressively proposing enhancements. Their commitment to encapsulating the spirit of our branding was very admirable.
Other Contributing Factors: Technical Expertise
Kirk Perry
CEO
Industrial Automation, Unspecified
Overall Rating
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
10/10
Pros:
It was quite exceptional how OWDT was able to take our brand narrative and turn it into an eye-catching online experience. They created a story that connected with our audience in addition to simply designing a website.
Cons:
Although the project was successful, our staff may have been able to make changes more autonomously if we had given them more thorough post-launch training on content management.
Reviewer Source
Source: UpCity
January 3, 2024
Frequency: Single Project
Cost Per Project: $1,000 - $2,499
Retainer: Less than $500 monthly
Overall Experience: Our objective was to build a platform that connected with our target audience and increase the online visibility of our brand. The website brought in more visitors and extended the amount of time they spent learning about our business. The process was cooperative, and OWDT regularly delivered on schedule and took our criticism into account. Their creative input into the design significantly improved the online visibility of our brand.
Other Contributing Factors: Industry Focus
Martin Vetter
CEO
Food & Beverages, Unspecified
Overall Rating
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
10/10
Pros:
It pleased us that OWDT was committed to diversity. They went above and above what was required to make sure the website served a wide range of users and demonstrated a thorough comprehension of our international market.
Cons:
Even though the project's deadline was reached, our team would have benefited from further in-depth backend training after launch. Enhanced written materials or instructional videos might simplify this procedure.
Reviewer Source
Source: UpCity
December 18, 2023
Frequency: Single Project
Cost Per Project: $1,000 - $2,499
Retainer: $500-$1,000 monthly
Overall Experience: In order to serve a wide range of users and enhance the overall user experience, our firm required to redesign its website. The website had an instant impact; people from all over the world began to leave good reviews. The cooperative process was excellent, and OWDT showed adaptability in taking our suggestions into account. What set them apart were the innovative solutions they offered.
Other Contributing Factors: Technical Expertise
James Munroe
CEO
Food & Beverages, Unspecified
Overall Rating
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
10/10
Pros:
OWDT's methodical approach to coordinating technology with our corporate objectives was unmatched. They made a digital instrument that immediately aided in the expansion of our company, not merely a website.
Cons:
Although the communication was first-rate, our trust in the website's long-term functionality might have been further increased by having a more thorough post-launch maintenance plan.
Reviewer Source
Source: UpCity
December 18, 2023
Frequency: Single Project
Cost Per Project: $5,000 - $9,999
Retainer: $500-$1,000 monthly
Overall Experience: With an upgraded website, our firm aimed to increase lead generation and develop a better online presence. The results were astounding: our lead management process was greatly improved by the CRM integration, and website traffic rose. The OWDT team worked together and efficiently, anticipating and resolving any possible obstacles. Their ability to match technical features with our commercial objectives was what most struck us.
Other Contributing Factors: Specific Service Offering
Timothy Britt
CEO
Automotive, Unspecified
Overall Rating
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
10/10
Pros:
The way that OWDT was able to combine creativity with usefulness was remarkable. They created a digital shop that perfectly reflected our brand, not just an e-commerce platform.
Cons:
Even if everything about the experience was great, the effect of the e-commerce platform might have been increased even more with a more thorough post-launch marketing plan.
Reviewer Source
Source: UpCity
January 3, 2024
Frequency: Single Project
Cost Per Project: $2,500 - $4,999
Retainer: $1,000-$2,000 monthly
Overall Experience: Building a strong online presence that not only exhibited our items but also gave customers an easy-to-use buying experience was our challenge. The e-commerce site garnered praise for its user-friendly design in addition to increasing sales. Our teams' workflow was effective, and the OWDT team showed adaptability in handling last-minute alterations. It was clear from the beginning that they were dedicated to building a website that produced real commercial results.
Other Contributing Factors: Reputation, Technical Expertise
Ron Hovsepian
CEO
Food & Beverages, Unspecified
Overall Rating
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
10/10
Pros:
It was quite remarkable how dedicated OWDT was to comprehending and implementing our beliefs throughout the design. They assisted us in properly communicating our ethos, not only in building a website.
Cons:
Although the user experience was good overall, it might have been even better if there had been more interactive components to inform people about the sustainability aspects.
Reviewer Source
Source: UpCity
January 3, 2024
Frequency: Single Project
Cost Per Project: $2,500 - $4,999
Retainer: $1,000-$2,000 monthly
Overall Experience: We required a website that demonstrated our dedication to sustainability in addition to showcasing our products. Customers who were concerned about the environment were drawn to the website, and its ecological design won praise. The OWDT team went above and above to make sure that our principles were ingrained in every part of the website, resulting in a collaborative and effective workflow.
Other Contributing Factors: Specific Service Offering, Technical Expertise

Locations

Headquarters:
Houston, TX