Step 4: Make Yourself Known to the World

Web CMS

A web content management system (WCMS) allows users with little knowledge of HTML or other programming languages to create and manage the site's content with relative ease. Common, open-source CMS applications that are used today are WordPress, Joomla!, and Drupal.

Using CMS software, we install and build the website with consistent navigation and a custom-designed look and feel. Once you are happy with your new website, we then train you on how to use the administration area for your own future updates and changes. It's that simple!

Standard Features for CMS (Joomla!) Websites

• Standard template design
• Maintain your own website with no knowledge of HTML necessary
• No special software—use your own browser
• Multilevel Page & User Management
• Edit content using WYSIWYG editing tools similar to MS Word (with HTML capabilities)
• Media Uploader & Management
• Article editing and submissions from front-end
• Allow various user groups to have certain privileges over specific content
• Google Analytics module added
• Up to 2 hours of training for the Client Webmaster

Add-on Features:

• Custom template design
• Hundreds of free or low cost modules that can be added to extend the site’s functionality
• Multilingual functionality
• Additional hours of training for other employees
• SEO

Static Website  |  Dynamic Web CMS

Production Schedule for CMS Websites

Planning Phase

• Discovery meetings with Client discussing design, structure, and content of website
• Setup domain & hosting services
• Begin to gather all resources: photos, artwork, text, etc.
• Template is purchased or designed and approved

Development Phase

• All content (text and images) is received from Client or purchased
• Joomla! is installed on Client’s hosting
• Template is installed
• Website structure and navigation menus are built
• CSS is developed (if applicable)
• Google Analytics extension is installed
• Extensions are installed based on quote
• Development site is created for Client to view and approve

Launch Phase

• All pages are completed and approved
• Website is launched online
• Training session (up to 2 hours) is given to Client Webmaster

We will meet your needs AND work with any budget!

1. High end custom design jobs with full interactivity and functionality

2. Middle-priced custom design for those who want to show a creative edge

3. Starter website designs for companies and ministries who want a payment plan they can afford

Last Updated on Tuesday, 18 September 2012 11:48