Blogs
Tips, how-to-guides, digital marketing hacks and insights to help your business grow.
[contact-form-7 id=”02f068d” title=”Subscribe”]
Your Local Creative Agency in Hertfordshire One Team, Endless Possibilities
Wed 7th May 2025
At Datum, we believe in the power of collaboration, creativity, and community. Based in the heart of Hertfordshire, our full-service creative agency partners with local businesses to bring brands to life across Creative, Print and Digital services. We’re not just…
SEO Simplified Separating Fact from Fiction for Better Rankings
Tue 6th May 2025
In a world awash with conflicting digital advice, search engine optimisation (SEO) remains one of the most misunderstood – yet crucial – aspects of online success. For many schools and commercial organisations, SEO can feel like a maze of ever-changing…
Professional Printing Services for Independent Schools UK – Elevating Communication and Identity
Mon 5th May 2025
In the competitive landscape of independent education, a school’s brand, communication, and professionalism are integral to maintaining strong relationships with parents, attracting prospective families, and standing out from the crowd. At Datum, we understand that independent schools need more than…
Event Season is Coming Are Your Print and Stand Assets Ready
Mon 5th May 2025
As summer approaches and autumn trade shows loom, businesses and schools alike start gearing up for one of the busiest stretches of the calendar year: event season. Whether you’re preparing for an industry exhibition, a corporate conference, or an education…
The Importance of School Magazines More Than Just Pages
Sun 4th May 2025
School magazines are often seen as an optional extra, a nice-to-have project that surfaces once a year—if time and resources allow. However, their impact goes far beyond the printed page. The importance of school magazines lies not just in what…
PPC, SEO & ChatGPT: The New Digital Trinity for Smarter Marketing
Fri 2nd May 2025
In today’s fast-evolving digital world, the way people search for products and services is changing rapidly. Gone are the days when a quick Google search was the only route to discovering businesses online. Now, AI-powered platforms like ChatGPT are emerging…
Affordable Print Marketing for Schools: Big Brand Quality, Small School Budgets
Tue 29th Apr 2025
When it comes to promoting schools, marketing is often viewed as a luxury rather than a necessity. Budgets are tight, resources are stretched, and external support is frequently perceived as out of reach. However, effective marketing is crucial to building…
Brochure Design Inspiration: Elevate Your Brand Online and in Print
Mon 28th Apr 2025
In today’s fast-moving, digital-first world, it’s easy to underestimate the power of a well-designed brochure. Yet when done right, brochures remain one of the most effective tools for conveying your brand’s story, showcasing your services, and leaving a lasting impression….
Ready for Results? Start with a Digital Marketing Audit by Datum
Wed 23rd Apr 2025
Introduction In the fast-moving world of digital marketing, keeping pace with ever-evolving platforms, algorithms and customer behaviour is a challenge. Whether you’re a business owner, marketing manager, or part of a school or trust looking to increase enrolment or stakeholder…
Managed Print Services: The Smart Way to Handle Printing
Tue 22nd Apr 2025
In today’s fast-paced commercial and educational environments, print needs are often diverse, frequent, and integral to day-to-day operations. From marketing collateral and event materials to branded stationery and internal documentation, keeping on top of all print requirements can become a…
How an Email Marketing Agency Can Supercharge Your Strategy
Mon 14th Apr 2025
In today’s fast-moving digital world, staying connected to your customers is more crucial than ever. Email marketing remains one of the most effective tools for nurturing leads, driving conversions, and building long-term relationships. But, like any good tool, it needs…
Organic Marketing Your Free Guide to Free Marketing
Fri 11th Apr 2025
In an increasingly digital-first world, marketing doesn’t have to break the bank. For businesses and educational institutions alike, there are countless ways to build awareness, drive engagement, and grow your brand organically. Welcome to your free guide to free marketing:…