Although the term “cloud” is seeing increasing use, it’s necessary to clarify what portion of “the cloud” is of interest to a particular audience. For small and medium businesses (SMBs), there are generally two areas of relevance in the evolution of IT services to the cloud. The first is the application layer, commonly referred [...]
By Jen Brister
When you’re designing a Web site for a small business, you might wonder exactly how much of the material you’re showing readers has to be above the fold. The “fold” is the bottom part of the page that remains unseen before you scroll down to read further. continue »
By Winmark Business Solutions
A Request for Proposal (RFP) provides the basis for selecting the Web site developer who will implement your company’s Web site project. An RFP is an evolved version of an implementation plan that includes information requested from vendors to aid in selection. continue »
By Sangeeta Deogawanka
So you have decided to build your own Web site or redesign your existing Web site to better suit the needs of your business. How would you go about it? continue »
By Gail Seymour
Following established navigation conventions on your Web site can make it easier for your visitor to find what they are looking for, where they expect to find it. There are three main types of navigation included on most professional Web sites. Consider setting your navigation structure to match these conventions to improve your visitor experience. continue »
By Tammy Elizabeth Southin
Just like acid-wash, nothing dates you like an outdated Web site. For a small business owner, having a site full of old trends and features does not just make you a social pariah; it can literally make or break your business. Your Web site is often the first and sometimes only point of contact for your customers. Review your site for these Web design trends whose time has passed. continue »
By Michaela Langstone
At the start of 2010, there are some clear-cut trends in Web design to consider. The fashionable Web sites of the year verge on the very creative and funky. While it is difficult to predict which one is going to be the biggest this year, here are the top 10 Web design trends to watch for and implement in 2010: continue »
By Hostway
Launching a Web site is exciting—especially if you’ve decided on a custom-built site from a professional designer. You’re going for the high-end solution compared with your other options, so you want to make sure you’re getting your money’s worth. No matter how knowledgeable you are about Web design and development, there are steps you can take to protect yourself during the transaction and help ensure your new Web site meets your high expectations. continue »
By Jill Whalen
At the end of the year, many businesses start to think about redesigning their tired old Web site to breathe some new life into it. You may even be in the midst of a Web site redesign right now. If so, the first thing is to make sure you hire a design and development company that knows how to build the infrastructure of the Web site in a search engine crawler–friendly manner. continue »
By Hostway
A template-based Web site gives you the freedom to focus on your Web site content. With the design taken care of, you can pour your energy into perfecting the elements that make the Web site your own—the words and images. Here are five tips for making the most of your template-based Web site. continue »
By Hostway
Long before you get to the nitty gritty technical details of building a Web site, you have the fun task of choosing a color palette. continue »
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