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How well you plan your website project will have a tremendous effect on how it turns out: how it will look, how well it will function, how completely it will meet your needs and expectations, and how much it will cost.
The Basics
A great way to start planning your project is to keep the Five Big W's in mind: Who, What, Where, When, and Why.
Who is your target audience? What's the purpose of your site? Where will you market your site? What is your target deadline for having your site available publicly? Why do you need a web site? For further information, Please view the page: How can a website help my company?
Domain Name Selection
A domain name is the unique name that identifies a website - it is what you see in your browser's Address line, (ie. www.yourwebsite.com). Selecting a domain name should reflect your company's image's much the same way your logo does, - and it should require the same amount of consideration and planning. We can help you find the perfect domain name.
Web Site Hosting
A Web Host is the company that will store your web site files and make them accessible on the World Wide Web. In most cases, your web host will be your email provider. Choosing the right hosting service should be one of your top priorities. Doppler Internet can help you with all your hosting and email needs. Ask us about our Easy Edit Screen. It allows you to make unlimited content changes on your website fast and easy. And the best part is there is not software to buy or download and if you know how to use Microsoft Word than you already know how to use our Easy Edit Screen.
Important factors to consider are:
- Fast Servers - If the server/network is slow, your website will load slowly and create delays for the visitor.
- Service up-time - should be 99.7%; 100% is impossible.
- Support - do they respond quickly?
- Website requirements - don't restrict your website designer by hosting service limitations.
- Price. Doppler Internet has hosting plans as low as $9.99 per month
Storyboard Layout
When planning your web site, think of telling a story. What do you want the viewer to know, feel and see, and in what order? Web site designers use this information to create a graphic, sequential depiction of your "story," much the way movie makers do. This tool is called a storyboard.
Existing Website Evaluation
If your company has an existing website and you want to know how effective it is, then our full website evaluation may be just what you are looking for. From overall layout and design to usability, load times, browser compatibility and search engine optimization, we provide you with a complete report containing recommendations based on your goals for your website. Give Doppler Internet a call today 219-472-4150.
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