How to prepare for building a website

Creating a great website comes from precise planning and execution. We have designed and built websites for clients that have a plan well thought out and others that are fast and unorganized. Although we are a seasoned web design company we can tell you that prepared clients have a much better outcome. In this article we will tell you how to prepare for building a website so you can be ready when the time comes. Our goal is to design and build a website that our clients will be satisfied with. Some of our clients don’t need to update or refresh their websites for years due to proper planning.

How to prepare for building a website

1- Have Your Logo Ready:

One of the first things you will need to design your website is a logo. The creative agency you hire will need your logo design in high resolution. Prepare to send your logo in a PNG, PDF and the raw art file if you have it.

2- Images:

Imagery and videos are another key aspect of your website. Plan out what photos and videos you would like to showcase on your website. If you already know what photos go with each web page that is even better.

3- Content:

Content writing is simply text to fill the page. About us information, bios, an explanation of your products and services all derives from content. Content writers can help put this all together making your website information and definitive.

4- Colors Scheme:

Most businesses have a color scheme already branded. Clothing an apparel, logos, signage, print materials and much more usually stay with 2-3 colors. Have your colors picked out prior to meeting with your design agency.

5- Style:

Knowing your type comes with research. Everyone has their own unique taste. Modern, classic, contemporary are some styles that are used while designing. Search online for different web design styes to see what you like. Give some samples to your team to see what fits best for your company.

6- Search For The Right Web Design Company:

Selecting the right web design and development agency can take a little time. Here are a few key things to look for while you’re consulting with them.

• Years of experience
• Design experience
• Location
• Samples of their work

Some important questions to ask the design agency are:

How long does it take to design and build a website? 

Who will I be working with?

Do I own the website once it is finished and paid for?

7- Plan A Launch Date:

Having a website launch date set for yourself is a way to keep you and your web designer focused. Without a date deadlines can be pushed leaving you floating on a testing server. Our goal as web designers, logo designers and even an SEO company is to get your live on the internet. Dates can be pushed back a little bit if a website is not 100% ready. In this case plan on a second launch date.

We hope these tips will help you prepare for a building a website.