The Design & Development Process

Analysis

• Discuss with the customer about their needs and how Crimson Dog Web Design can assist them.
• Create a general site map, break down time involved, and make suggestions.
• Define budgets and costs.
• Establish schedule.
• Collect information.

Site Architecture & Concept Development

• Refine and create a solid site map to use as an outline for the Web Site.
• Develop architecture and navigation.
• Create general look and feel on paper.
• Present concepts to the client.
• Make adjustments to the selected concept.

Design

• Design the general look and feel of the Web Site. This is 1-2 pages.
• Present the design to the client for comments.
• After the client's feedback, make the appropriate revisions.
• Refine and develop details.
• Once the general look and feel design is approved, create and upload 1-2 pages up on the Internet. This is a private space for the customer.
• Test for usability and functionality, and present to the client.

Production

• Create rest of the design.
• Program and implement the rest of the technical infrastructure.
• Test the completed Web Site for layout, usability, and functionality.
• Upload the completed Web Site on the Internet and present to the client.
• Make the necessary final adjustments and refinements.

Delivery

• Go live using client's own domain name.
• Follow up to assess productivity of the Web Site, for new opportunities, and for any additional help or questions the customer might have.