Dogs fed on premium, meat-rich pet food can have a bigger dietary carbon pawprint than their owners, according to the largest study into dog food's climate impact.
When we design websites for consultancies, one question always comes up: where do most people actually view the site? The answer is clear. Most visitors are on their phones. Whether it’s a potentia...
When we design websites for consultancies, one question always comes up: where do most people actually view the site? The answer is clear. Most visitors are on their phones. Whether it’s a potential client checking services between meetings or a business partner reviewing your work on the go, mobile is where that first impression happens. That’s why mobile first design has become essential, not optional.
What Mobile First Design Means
Mobile first design means creating a website for smaller screens before adapting it for larger ones. Instead of shrinking a desktop site down, we start by designing what users truly need on their phones. The goal is to make everything simple, readable, and fast to load.
It’s not just about changing screen sizes. It’s about focusing on what matters most to the person visiting your site.
Why It Matters for Consultancies
For consultancy firms, the website often creates the first impression. If it’s hard to use on mobile, visitors may leave before learning what you offer. Here’s why mobile first design matters so much:
First impressions count. A fast, responsive mobile site shows professionalism and builds trust right away.
Decision makers are mobile. Many executives research and compare consultancies on their phones, so accessibility matters.
Search ranking depends on it. Google now prioritizes mobile-friendly sites, so it helps with visibility.
Better engagement. Clean layouts and easy navigation encourage users to explore and take action, like filling a form or booking a consultation.
How We Approach Mobile First Design
When creating or redesigning consultancy websites, we always begin with the mobile experience. Starting this way helps us focus on what truly matters before adding visuals or extra content for larger screens.
Our process is simple:
Start with essentials. Identify what the user must see first, like your core message, key services, and contact links.
Simplify navigation. Keep menus short, make calls to action easy to spot, and ensure information is quick to reach.
Focus on performance. Optimize images and keep the code light so pages load quickly on mobile data.
Design for touch. Buttons should be comfortable to tap, with enough space between them.
Expand for desktop. Once the mobile version works perfectly, we enhance it with extra visuals and layout options for larger screens.
What We’ve Seen
Websites designed this way feel cleaner and more focused. They’re faster, easier to navigate, and more likely to hold attention. For consultancies, that means visitors stay longer, explore more, and are more likely to reach out.
We’re applying this process in our upcoming projects and will share how it improves engagement and feedback once they go live.
Final Thoughts
Mobile first design is no longer a nice-to-have. It reflects how people actually use the web today. For consultancies, a smooth mobile experience shows clarity, trust, and attention to detail. It tells potential clients that you value their time and understand their needs.
If your website still feels designed for desktop, this is the right time to rethink it.
Topics:
mobile app optimization
technology trends
software engineering
mobile app development
mobile-first design
ruby_on_rails
