The art and science of website design and development charts many areas. Numerous things have to be kept in mind, while creating a website. Starting from initial data collection, leading up to development, and then to maintenance, website creation is an extensive process that needs a lot of research, planning, and systematic execution. Most people, who are not aware of this systematic process of successful website development, often end up getting stuck at important junctures. AT GBIM we have a group of expert web designers who are aware of the industry requirements and use developed technologies to substantiate your ideas in the form of a website.

At GBIM, we have used our experience to standardised a process of website creation. A brief sketch of the process will look like this:

Initial Data Collection Planning Designing Developing Testing Delivery Maintenance

Data Collection: There are many things one needs to understand before creating a successful website. The look and feel of the website depend on several factors. Firstly it is necessary to understand the business goals of the customers so that the web development process is goal oriented. Secondly, the website should be developed and designed in a way which should take into consideration the client’s target audience. Depending on the background of that specific group the website can be created. Thirdly and lastly, the content on the site needs to be relevant so that it can reach the target audience.

Planning: After the data is collected a website plan is put together. At this juncture the site map is also created. This site map consists of the main topics and sub topics of the site. This is indicative of the content that is going to be put on the website. Creating an easily navigable website is beneficial hence a good user interface is very important when developing a site.

Designing: One of the main points that need to be kept in mind while designing a site is the target audience. The look of the site is very important because it will contain the company’s logo and colours, which help to reinforce the individuality of the company’s web site. The designer ideally makes one or more sample designs for your web site. The designer should also consult you to know your taste, needs, likes and dislikes regarding the site.

Developing: In this phase the site is created. At this time the designer will apply graphic elements to create a functional site. Once the structure is created the web designer puts the content. After creating the web site the designer shows the site to you to take suggestions for extra changes or correction.

Testing: During this process your website will be tested for usability of forms, compatibility issues and in the process you will ensure whether your website is properly optimised. The designer will check for all the codes and ensure that there are no buggy area issues.

Delivery: After the final approval the delivery is made. With the help of a File Transfer Protocol your website files are uploaded to your server. The website is then hosted and the DNS registry is done. After these have been arranged and everything is uploaded your website should be put through a last check. This is to confirm that uploading has been done properly and the website is properly functioning.

Maintenance: There is still more to the development of the website. If you want to maintain traffic to your website then regular updates need to be made. This can be done by applying a Content Management System on your website. With this your designer will be able to utilize the software to create a database driven site. This is an integral step that ensures that your website runs successfully.

The web design process followed at GBIM ensures excellent design and can enhance your business to a great extent. Your search for an efficient web designer comes to an end with us.