Is your Business Ready for Google’s Mobile Speed Algorithm Update?

Posted on July 24, 2018 by Chris Leek

Page speed really matters to web users, which is why Google has always taken it into account within its desktop search rankings. As from this month (July 2018), however, it will also be factored into Google’s mobile search rankings as part of its new ‘Speed Update’

In today’s competitive, ever-changing marketplace, great online performance is of utmost importance

A report recently compiled by the digital marketing agency, Visualsoft, found that 87% of the UK’s top online retail brands alone are risking a significant drop in their visibility by neglecting mobile site performance; rating as ‘poor’ in terms of mobile site speed.

Whilst these changes should be implemented as quickly as possible to ensure the Speed Update doesn’t have a negative impact on business, it’s important to remember that site improvements should be actioned on an ongoing basis, in order to boost sales and truly future-proof excellent user experience