General Process
General Process
Naturally every Project is different and dependant on many different variables. However the following is our general overall process. There may be other phases invloved and each phase may consist of several component depending on the individual project, but basically it can be broken down into 6 Phases.
In today's "Globel Village" we are able to work with clients on not only the other side of Australia but the other side of the world!
Besides English language websites we can also do sites in Japanese and Chinese languages.
We can also create websites in any other language, where you providing & responsible for the copy text used for the website.
Phase 1: Information Gathering
Phase 1: Information Gathering
The first step is to gather all the information we can about your project. We will discuss with you, via Email, Phone, Skype, or in person, your Website or Project and it's requirements.
A lot of questions will be asked to help us know the exact specifications of your Project and so that we can understand your business and what needs your Project may have.
We will also look at any marketing and advertising material you may already have, such as brochures, so we can get a good idea of any look or design you may want to work into your project
Phase 2: Planning
Phase 2: Planning
Looking at the information we gather in phase 1, we work with you to put together a plan for your Website or other Project
At this stage we will organising the main topics, sub-topics and pages, as well as the main functions and requirements of your Website
We will consider what the best technologies and methods to use for your project are, as well as working to overcome any budget restraints the project
Phase 3: Design
Phase 3: Design
Using the information from Phases 1 & 2, we will next work on creating either a totally Custom Built Website or one built on an existing platform , depending on what is needed, and work on a Design to meet the required look and feel of your Website or other project
We will take into consideration the target audience when designing for the User Interface (UI Design) and User Experience (UX Design) aspects of your project
Together we exchange ideas, working on drafts, feedback and edits to get the design and look that meets your needs.
Phase 4: Development
Phase 4: Development
In the Development phase we commence to writing the actual code and building your functional Website, Software or other Project. We will also work on the various functions of your Website
You will be able to view our progress in case an corrections, suggestions or changes need to be made.
At this stage we will also add some/all of your content depending on what has been agreed. For example, you can save costs on an eShop by doing you own data entry on products.
We will also apply fundamental SEO (Search Engine Optimisation) techniques to your Website.
Phase 5: Testing & Go Live!
Phase 5: Testing & Go Live!
Once we have created your Website, Software or other Project we do testing to make sure it is functioning as intended. We then get you to review your Website as complete and ready to "Go Live".
If needed we can help you with your Domain Name Registration and Domain Hosting,if we haven't already, and we will install, set up and configure your Website or Software, including for example you Email accounts
Tuition on your new Website, Software or Project will be provided, most often via Instructional Video on DVD or online.
Phase 6: Maintenance & Support
Phase 6: Maintenance & Support
We can provide Support and Maintenance either on an on-going basis or on demand as required.
Smaller less complex Websites or Software may require little or no maintenance at all. However with more complex Websites there is likely to be at least the occasional need for maintenance or support, especially as the internet and technology is continually changing and advancing at such a rapid pace.
Where possible We provide the ability for clients to backup their own website or software. As well, or where required we can provide various backup solutions.