When developing a web site there are several phases of development which are adhered to closely. These phases collectively are known as the "life cycle". The process begins when a client gets in contact with us about a web site.

Phase 1. Requirements Analysis.

After a client has contacted us, we set a meeting date with the client to determine the full scope of requirements that a client wants from their web site. We gather all the required information and then set about structuring the requirements in detail. We gather documents and logos etc. that will be used in creating the web site. This allows us to continue to the next phase of the development.

Phase 2. Design.

From the detailed requirements, our web designers start designing the web site. This entails creating the functionality of the site i.e. how the pages display the information to the user. In the case of dynamic pages, how the user will interact with the web pages to display the information they require that is contained in a database. To the look-and-feel of the web site and the pages that are presenting the data to the users. On completion of design we then develop the first demo site.

Phase 3. Implementation.

After the completion of the design, our web designers create the graphics and start 'coding' the web site. When the coding is finished the web site is put up onto a demonstration site of ours. We then get in touch with the client and review the demo site with them. Clients then make decisions on changes to information and design. Our web designers then implement these changes and contact the client for approval. Once the client is happy and gives the go ahead the development is taken to the next phase.

Phase 4. Testing.

Our designers do comprehensive site testing to ensure that the web site is working as it should be. Once we are satisfied that this has been accomplished we will transfer the web site to the clients domain name on our web servers.

Phase 5. Delivery.

After transfer of the site to the new domain is complete, all relevant functions such as e-mail contact forms, shopping carts etc are setup. Extensive search engine optimization and placement is done, the client is then contacted and informed that their new site is 'live', up on the web for viewing.

Phase 6. Maintenance. (Optional).

For a small fee we can 'manage' your site and keep your site up-to-date, thus keeping your customers up-to-date. This entails the addition or removal of information from your web site or expansion of the site to include member areas or shopping carts etc.

Below is a graphical representation of the framework.

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