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STEPS TO DEVELOPING
A WELL DESIGNED WEB SITE
A well designed site does not just
happen. There are tried and proven steps that must
be followed to achieve a site that will function properly
for you and the people that come to your web site.
Each of the three steps must be followed so you get
the best results in a timely manor.
Step 1 - Web Site Strategy
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Analysis of client
goals/needs
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Analysis of current branding/marketing efforts
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Analysis of current online/offline efforts
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Understanding internal department needs
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Understanding various target audiences
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Gauging short/mid/long-term objectives
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Set strategic objectives
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Establish a plan
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Design site
architecture
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Explore various design possibilities (look/feel,
imagery, formatting, etc.)
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Explore various site flow possibilities (content
placement, interface construction, etc.)
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Explore various navigation possibilities (architecture,
interactivity, etc.)
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Explore possible application development and interactivity
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Review and refine
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Design production
(graphics, navigation)
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Content implementation (static or dynamic)
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Application development and software implementation
(eCommerce, forms, etc.)
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Interactivity development and production (database
integration, personalization, etc.)
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Testing (various browsers, bandwidth environments,
etc.)
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Style Guide production
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Delivery and maintenance
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