The OPEN Companies Redefines Internet Directories

May 20, 2005 -- With the February launch of redesigned Retirement Net, Retirement Net Care, and Communities Net websites, the OPEN Companies (www.theopencompanies.com) ushered in a new era of online research. No other online “directory” offers as much in terms of content, power, or reach. These sites are geared to specific demographic segments and are invaluable marketing resources for Retirement and Age-Qualified Communities, Continuing Care Facilities, and planned communities throughout the US and Canada.

With unique site visitors numbering in the tens of thousands per day, not only does the Retirement Net remain the world’s leading online resource for retirement living, but has now become the technological leader among online directories. Featuring a host of new developments and innovative programming, the Retirement Net is faster and easier to navigate – far surpassing the competitors’ offerings.

This content-rich new format allows marketers the opportunity to really make their community stand out and provide much more information than has been the case with online directories. Coupled with the advanced search features, online visitors to the Retirement Net and sister sites are able to narrow down their choices, making for better matches to their individual needs – meaning better, more qualified leads.

“We have always sought to be on the forefront of technology, “ said Stephen R. Shultz, president of The OPEN Companies, “we look at how things are done and constantly seek to find better ways to do them. As a result, we have also increased the impact our clients have in the market.” The redesigned websites are designed for search engines to more easily index the sites, from the home page down to the individual listing - meaning that they perform better in web searches, often better than our clients’ own sites in the same searches.

About the OPEN Companies
The OPEN Companies has been a recognized leader in Internet development since its inception more than 10 years ago. In addition to being the parent company of the Retirement Net Group family of websites, the OPEN Companies provides a broad range of services to clients across the US and Canada, including website design and hosting, programming, marketing and consultation.