- Decision & Planning
- Graphic Design
- Website Development & Coding
- Testing
- Website Launch
- Project Completion
Hosting & Add-ons
Decision / Planning Phase
Needs Analysis
You will want to take some time to think about what you wish to accomplish with your new website. Determine if you will need any special functions or interactivity with your visitors; consider the type of design style which appeals to you and then we can brainstorm some ideas together.
Website Development Quote
Based on the information you provide, we will determine your digital needs, what you are expecting from your website, and get a feel for your industry. We may have questions for you to help clarify certain issues and will express those before quoting on your project.
Website Development Contract
Once we have come to an agreement on project details, timeline, and price, a website development contract will be prepared and sent to you for you to review, approve, and return with deposit.
Deposit
The signed contract and 50% deposit is required before we schedule a time slot for your project. The remainder of your balance will be due upon project completion. Once we have received your deposit and contract, we will provide you with a copy of the contract, a receipt for your deposit, and your project start date. All projects are scheduled on a “first come, first serve” basis.
Domain Registration / Website Hosting
We will immediately secure your desired domain name (pending availability) and provide hosting on a monthly basis. The domain is registered in your name with your information and you will be the only registrant contact on file.
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Project Begins
You will need to let us know the navigation links you would like (such as home, about us, services, etc) and supply all text and/or product information to be included on your site. In addition, you may also supply materials such as company logo, personal photos, etc, if desired.
If you have any guide sites you would like us to refer to when designing your site, or if you have any preference as to colors, style, etc please provide that information as well.
Custom Designed Website Concepts
We will present three possible custom designed home page concepts for your project. After you have reviewed the designs you decide which one you would like to use. We will continue to make modifications to the design until the desired look is achieved. Once the look is achieved, we will begin to convert the design to HTML, add programming, etc.
In Progress Viewing
We establish a private directory for your new website on our testing server so that you may view the website development progress at any time. In addition, we will inform you via email when extensive updates to the site have been made.
Professional Stock Photography
All projects include use of professional stock photography images from our current library. If a client requires stock photography that we do not currently possess, an additional fee may apply. All photography for websites and virtual tours is done in-house so there is no unnecessary mark ups.
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Programming / Coding
All programming/coding to run any special features/visitor interactivity on your website is completed and tested.
Website Pages
Based upon your contract and the final design, we create as many static or dynamic pages as needed to complete your site.
Website Navigation
Navigation links or drop down menus, and rollover effects, if desired, are completed. Once all navigation links are put in place a full test will be performed to ensure ease of use and all features flow together properly.
Site Content
Incorporation of your logo, photos and text content will be added into the website at this point. Custom logo design is available for an additional fee.
CSS Stylesheet
CSS Stylesheets are used to define font faces, styles, sizes and colors for consistency throughout the site. A custom and unique font will be chosen to specifically benefit your company.
Website Favicon
A favicon is a small image that displays in the address bar and on the favorites menu when someone bookmarks or adds your website to their "Favorites". Creation of a favicon is included in all custom website development projects. Although, this may seem like a small aspect it is a strong marketing and visual tool.
Response Forms / Email Contact Forms
We always recommend at least one contact form for your visitor’s convenience. Using a contact form, a visitor can email you directly from your website without needing to open their email program. This is especially convenient if a visitor is not using their own computer.
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Search Engine Readiness Check
Meta Tags, Page Titles, Page Headings, Alt Image Tags, Link Text, and Page Body Text are evaluated and adjusted to ensure search engine readiness. We can not guarantee when or where the search engines will place your website within their search results or directory.
Browser Compatibility Testing
Your website is tested on a variety of operating systems and browsers. This insures proper display and functionality. We strive to insure that users will be able to access your website no matter their circumstances.
Grammar & Spell Check
Before the website is launched, a grammar and spell check is performed to insure there are no mistakes.
Dead Link Check
A thorough check for misdirected links and missing files is performed before and after the launch of the website.
Forms / Programming
Any email contact forms and/or programming features included in your project are tested to confirm they are functioning properly.
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Final Payment
Final payment is due before we launch the website live on your domain. Upon receipt of final payment, you will be emailed a paid in full receipt.
Launch Website
All necessary website files and scripts are copied to your domain and databases are setup.
Error Testing
After the website is live, any interactive programming, scripts, and navigation links are tested to verify proper function. Since the design and testing phase often occurs on a different server, it is very important to verify that everything is working correctly after taking the website live.
Website Files
After launch and testing of the website, you are provided with a zipped archive of all website files.
Instructions & Documentation
When necessary, documents needed to use the administration functions of your website is included in PDF format.
Search Engine Submission
Hand submission and automated search engine submission occur after launching, testing, and fixing any issues.
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Minor Adjustments / Changes
Minor adjustments to the website are included at no extra charge for up to two weeks after the website has launched (maximum of up to 3 hours labor). Minor changes include adding or changing text, adding or changing photos, etc. Any major revision will require additional discussion and a possible fee.
Hosting
- Online File Manager
- Email accounts @yourdomain
- Web Based Email Interface or POP3 Access
- Online Web Stats (invisible hit counter)
- Website Backup Utility
- MySQL Database Management
- Add/remove sub-domains
- Custom error pages
- FTP Access
- Auto responders
- Many more features ...
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- Flash Effects & Animation
- Secure Forms with Database Back end (SSL Encryption)
- Website Editing (CMS)
- Virtual Tours
- Panoramic Photography
- Site Search
- RSS Feed Aggregator
- News/Article Posting
- Photo Gallery
- Guestbook
- Community Forum
- Events Calendar
- And more!
Optional add-ons prices will vary. To obtain prices, please inquire about the specific add-on you wish to include. Optional add-ons may be limited by the programming languages your host supports.
*This is just a guide, your project may have needs that are not addressed here.*