Press Releases
This section provides copies of recent press releases and announcements made by The Usability Company. Simply click on the links provided to review any of the items. If you are interested in documents that are older than those listed please call Paul Blunden on or email .
2006 Press Releases
2005 Press Releases
2004 Press Releases
2003 Press Releases
2002 Press Releases
2001 Press Releases
2006 Press Releases
Foviance clinches five star deals
26th January 2006
Foviance, the expert in customer experience across digital channels, today announces five new clients who are all benefiting from its pioneering Experience Management services. The new projects span the telecoms, education, financial and publishing sectors.
Foviance reveals strong business growth in 2005
11th January 2006
Foviance, the expert in customer experience across digital channels, has reported details of its business growth in 2005.
2005 Press Releases
The Usability Company and WebAbacus launch Foviance
29-10-2005
Formation of new company accompanied by introduction of pioneering Experience Management Service.
The Usability Company and WebAbacus announce industry-defining merger
11-04-2005
The Usability Company and WebAbacus today announced a merger of the two businesses. The as yet unnamed new company fuses industry-leading usability consulting and analytics technology to offer one of the most comprehensive customer experience services available in the world.
The Usability Company Commended at Revolution Awards in "Agency of the Year Category"
18-03-2005
The Usability Company, the UK's foremost business-focused usability consultancy, announces that it received a Commendation at this year’s Revolution Awards for "Agency of the Year".
The Usability Company appoints Sven Krause to bolster blue-chip experience
22-02-2005
Sven Krause has joined The Usability Company as a Usability Consultant. In his new role, he will develop usability proposals, analyse research findings and deliver client solutions to the company's client list, which includes 35 of the top 100 FTSE companies.
Sven joins The Usability Company from world leader in IT services, IBM, where he was a usability engineer.
The Usability Company sets industry benchmark for 2005
10-02-2005
For The Usability Company, 2005 has started with a bang. Last month it was shortlisted for Revolution Magazine's Agency of the Year Award alongside major digital design agencies AKQA, Oyster, and Glue London. The shortlisting is a recognition of The Usability Company's high standing within the new media industry.
The Usability Company is also setting new standards for the industry, with the introduction of a remarkably progressive employee package. A flexible benefits system gives individuals...
2004 Press Releases
The Usability Company successfully completes buyout
06-12-2004
The Usability Company, the UK's foremost business-focused usability consultancy, today announces that its management team has completed a successful buyout of the 30 per cent stake held in the company by business incubator, Brainspark.
Catriona Campbell named one of top 100 UK Internet individuals
The Usability Company's Chairman is celebrated for ten years of contribution to the Internet
12-10-2004
Catriona Campbell, founder and chairman of The Usability Company, is one of 100 individuals to be recognised for her contribution to the development of the Internet over the last 10 years, by online marketing group E-Consultancy.
The Usability Company partners with WebAbacus
24-05-04
Leading online usability consultancy to use web analytics solution for key client work
Appointment gives The Usability Company a taste of the Big Apple
14-05-04
The Usability Company, the UK's foremost provider of business-focused usability consultancy, today announces the appointment of Jennifer Thomson as Usability Specialist.
The Usability Company invigorates its corporate sales team with senior appointment
15-04-04
The Usability Company, the UK's foremost independent provider of usability consultancy, today announces the appointment of Toby Turner as Senior Sales Manager.
News Alert : Website’s that neglect disabled customers face legal action
14-04-04
A survey out today by the Disability Rights Council shows that many websites are failing to comply with the Disability Discrimination Act. The Act requires all businesses to provide equal physical access to services or face prosecution.
2003 Press Releases
The Usability Company recruits specialist
14-07-03
The Usability Company, the UK’s leading provider of business-focused independent usability consultancy has appointed Carl Kim as Usability Specialist. Carl has over nine years’ experience in developing and implementing digital interfaces for leading-edge internet operations.
The Usability Company appoints Head of User Centered Design
16-06-03
The Usability Company, the UK's leading provider of usability consultancy, has appointed Tobias Misera as Head of User Centered Design. For over eight years Tobias has been active in developing frameworks for organising digital information.
The Usability Company Joins WebTrends Insight Network in Worldwide Collaboration
11-06-03
The Usability Company, the UK's foremost provider of independent usability consultancy, has joined the WebTrends Insight Network (W.I.N.) to help customers improve and maximise the success of their Web initiatives through the combined use of WebTrends Web analytics and usability analysis.
The Usability Company launches web accessibility training
02-05-03
The Usability Company is to offer courses on website accessibility to provide businesses and other organisations with a clear understanding of the various guidelines, standards and legislation surrounding the issue. The courses, which begin in June, will also provide practical advice on how to implement a simple, practical, and effective approach to accessibility within organisations' websites.
The Usability Company and RNIB launch fast track to "See It Right" accessible website award
10-04-03
RNIB and The Usability Company have launched a scheme to offer organisations a fast track towards achieving the RNIB “See It Right” website accessibility logo. The new scheme will provide an alternative channel for organisations seeking to make their sites accessible.
The Usability Company appoints Marketing Manager
27-03-03
The Usability Company, the UK's leading provider of business-focused usability consultancy, has appointed Funmi Tomisin as marketing manager. A New York MBA graduate, Funmi has considerable international marketing experience.
The Usability Company attracts leading consultant
22-02-03
The UK's foremost provider of independent, business-focussed usability consultancy, The Usability Company, has hired Lisa Halabi to join its growing team of usability specialists.
Shelter uses The Usability Company to consult its web users
03-02-03
Shelter has awarded The Usability Company its contract for the provision of usability services and consulting on two of its websites – www.shelternet.org.uk and www.homelessnessact.org.uk.
2002 Press Releases
These articles are in PDF format and to view them you will need Adobe Acrobat Reader. If you're using access technology software on your computer, visit http://access.adobe.com/ for more information about using PDF files.
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15-08-02
Digital interface testing firm The Usability Company has appointed the former founder of the Deepend Usability Team.
The Usability Company Appoints Key Player
05-08-02
The Usability Company has today appointed Jamie Wilson as a Usability Specialist, to extend its global reach.
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12-07-02
Charcol, the leading UK independent mortgage and financial advisor has launched its revamped web site www.charcolonline.co.uk. The project has integrated the recommendations of The Usability Company's lab-testing and research expertise.
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27-03-2002
London- The Usability Company and Usability Sciences Corporation (USC) announced today the UK launch of WebIQ, the only online, client-side technology that can be easily and cost-effectively deployed to gather intelligence on ALL the key qualitative metrics of web site effectiveness.
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27-03-2002
London-based "The Usability Company" and Dallas-based Usability Sciences Corp. (USC) today announced a transatlantic partnership designed to provide global clients with a consistent approach to web site usability testing and research. The Usability Company will become the exclusive UK agent for USC's European clients. USC will reciprocate for North American units of The Usability Company's European clients.
2001 Press Releases
These articles are in PDF format and to view them you will need Adobe Acrobat Reader. If you're using access technology software on your computer, visit http://access.adobe.com/ for more information about using PDF files.
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12-12-01
The Usability Company today announced that it has finished the first phase of usability testing for MTV and that core traffic has increased by nearly 30%.
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12-07-01
The Usability Company - The UK leader in Usability and Accessibility consultancy, today issues its report highlighting the potential dangers faced by UK business if they fail to ensure that their Web sites are accessible to all.
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