So you got a new web site; that is exciting! But have you looked under the hood, so to speak? Probably not. And if you did, would you know what you are looking at? The fact is, most people are primarily concerned with how a web site looks visually – probably not so much how it looks underneath and how it looks to the search engines. These too are very important. The sad fact is there are many companies out there who build nice looking web sites. But, when you take a deeper look, you find some serious issues. Issues […]
Does Your Web Site Work?
The question of whether or not your web site really WORKS is actually quite multi-faceted. The base question of does your web site work is, in itself, very important. Do you know? We can review your web site for you and report issues, complications, recommendations, and improvements needed. Contact us today to get a complete web site review. The question of whether your site works for your SITE VISITORS is a bit beyond that. Sure, your site must be free of the issues and complications that our comprehensive site review can tell you, but it also must WORK for your […]
Visual Appeal Is More Than Just Bells & Whistles
In our last blog post, you learned that having good web site navigation was so important to a web site; not only for site visitor usability, but also for search engine friendliness and search engine visibility. Are you aware how your site looks is also important. Good web site design actually follows very closely with good site navigation. Good web site design means that you have a good looking site that is easy to read and easy to use. Your design should be relevant for your site – the type of products and services you are offering and the type […]
What Does Your Storefront Window Say?
Whether you have a business on Main Street or an online presence… Whether you manufacture widgets or sell widgets online… Whether your web site is primarily for online representation of your business or you are actively selling merchandise online… You have a “storefront window”. What does your “storefront window” say about your “store”? Today, it is not only important to have a beautiful “storefront window” – adorned with fanciful window dressing and the highest quality merchandise – but you must also have the ”store substance” to back it up. Just what is “store substance”? “Store substance” means a “store” that is logically organized, […]
Navigability Is Vital
One of the most important aspects of what can be considered “a good web site” is the navigability of the site. If a user finds your site to be difficult to use or navigate through, they won’t stay long. Take a look at your web site? Is it navigable? Is it easy to use? A user must be able to clearly and quickly identify how to navigate through your site. This means there needs to be clear, understandable prominent navigation on your home page and all secondary pages of your site. Whether you use text navigation or graphical navigation buttons, keep your navigation […]
Visual Appeal Is More Than Just Bells & Whistles
In our last blog post, you learned that having good web site navigation was so important to a web site; not only for site visitor usability, but also for search engine friendliness and search engine visibility. Are you aware how your site looks is also important. Good web site design actually follows very closely with good site navigation. Good web site design means that you have a good looking site that is easy to read and easy to use. Your design should be relevant for your site – the type of products and services you are offering and the type of content you […]
Looking For A Quality Webmaster?
If you currently have a web site, you need to know that you have a quality, dependable webmaster available when you need them. You may not need a webmaster every day, but when you do need one, you need to know they are there and ready to assist with your web site needs. A stale, outdated, inaccurate or broken web site does not represent you well. Your webmaster should be able to help you with site updates, upgrades and repairs when you need them. No matter how small or how big a job, your webmaster can help ensure your web […]
Shopping For An Ecommerce Solution?
If you are looking to build an online store, you have lots of options available today. Whether you have an existing web site you want to add an online store onto, or you are building a new site, there are many things to consider. But, before you buy any solution, be sure you have considered all your requirements to be sure you select the cart that’s right for you. Factors to take into consideration when selecting an ecommerce solution include the number of products you will be selling, the options and customizable features of your products, the type of shipping […]
Want To Maintain Your Own Site Content?
If you are looking to maintain your own site content, you CAN – and we can help! We offer several solutions that make maintaining your site content quick and easy. Your site is made up of multiple pages – and each page has a main content area that is likely comprised of text, graphics, photos and links. The quickest and easiest thing for you to do to update your site pages is to email or call us when you need site updates. As your on-call webmaster, we are here when you need us. Simply call 1-866-798-6977 and we will be […]
Quality Content Is Still The Rule
With all the changes that have occurred with Google recently, one thing is still for certain: Quality content is still essential. Of course, it goes without saying that you need to have a good looking site that is easy to navigate, with quality underlying code as well. But you also must have a site that presents quality content. Content that is informative and reads well for visitors. Does your site? Take a quick read of your site and find out for yourself. Your content should not be overly stuffed with keyword phrases, or sound awkward when read aloud. It should […]