The first step in designing a successful web site is to gather information. Many things need to be taken into consideration when we design the look and feel of your site, so we first ask a lot of questions to help us understand your business and your needs in a web site.
Certain things to consider are:
Purpose
What is the purpose of the site? Do you want to provide information, promote a service, sell a product?
Goals:
What do you hope to accomplish by building this web site? Two of the more common goals are either to make money or share information.
Target Audience:
Is there a specific group of people that will help you reach your goals? It is helpful to picture the “ideal” person you want to visit your web site. Consider their age, sex or interests – this will help us determine the best design style for your site.
Content:
What kind of information will the target audience be looking for on your site? Are they looking for specific information, a particular product or service…?