Web Services

Design

On the Web, design means much more than choosing colors and type fonts. The best Web sites are designed with careful attention to items that users may not see but are affected by as they use your site.

Using a "Rapid Web Development" approach, DoIT staff can help you master the essentials of excellent Web design.

Rapid Web Development
Rapid Web Development is a structured approach to help organizations

Site structure and organization
Defining a clear purpose for the site; ensuriing that purpose is achieved through good organization of content.
Page design
Using templates, style sheets and other tools to create a consistent and compelling visual presence.
Text writing and formatting
Clarity and brevity are essential for text that is to be published on the Web. "Chunking information," using lists and other practices have been shown to help users keep reading in the online environment.
Multimedia & Graphics
Selectively adding sound, video, and interactivity to a Web site can reinforce messages to your target audience. Title banners, unique buttons, and other graphic treatments can strengthen the impact of your Web site as well.
Content management
Having a plan and process for maintaining web site content keeps your site current and attractive to users. Even on small Web sites, content can quickly become unmanageable. Similar text may reside in multiple places (i.e. directory information) which makes it difficult to update.

DoIT staff can advise you on solutions (i.e. database-driven content) and options, such as having DoIT maintain the site through an ongoing maintenance contract.
Solid infrastructure
To support your new Web site, your organization's technical infrastructure (Client and server software, networks, security, etc.) may need to be upgraded. DoIT consultants can help you evaluate your infrastructure and migrate it to an environment that fully supports current web technology.

For more information, call Tech Consulting at 265-SHOW(7469) or send email.