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So you're looking to build a new website? If this is your first time ever having a website designed and hosted, then maybe you're not quite sure what you're looking for. What do you need to get your idea into a solid website? Here's a list of services you may need to get your new site off the ground and into the view of your targeted audience:
- Web Design
Obviously the first thing people think of when planning a new website. Web design is the actual planning and coding that goes into making your site aesthetically appealing and easy to use. An easy-to-navigate website is necessary if you want your selected audience to find the information they need easily, and make it more likely for them to come back. Without web design, your site would just be a bunch of words and links up on a white page. Unless that's what you're looking for, web design is a must-have service.
- Copy
Copy is the actual content of a website, the words and text that convey the message you want to your selected audience.Many people believe that it isn't necessary to hire someone to write copy for them, because they can portray their intentions with their own words better than anyone else. Though this may be true, there is more to copy than just getting your message across. Copy is an important factor in Search Engine Optimization (SEO). SEO is how search engines, such as Google, Yahoo!, and Bing determine which websites get on what page for a specific search. A good copy can attract search engines by using many varied techniques to appeal to all search engines.
- Web Hosting
You probably don't have time to be constantly checking the traffic flow of your website, making sure it doesn't get bogged down, and that everything is running smoothly. Web hosting places your website on a secure server, where we can handle the traffic, and can handle all of your data, including content, pictures and videos, with as little down time as possible. So go take that vacation you deserve, and know that your site is in good hands.
- Content Management System
Maybe you really want to control the content of your website, as you update constantly, and need to make a few small changes. A Content Management System (CMS) allows you to add, edit, and remove content from your website with only a few clicks of your mouse. A CMS allows you to have more control over your website, so that you're always happy with what you want.
- Logo
Whether you're an up-and-coming website, or a long-standing company, you know that a catchy logo can bring in a lot of views. But you don't want just any generic logo, you want something that gives a glimpse into what your company is really about. Only an experienced graphic designer can capture what your true goals are and put them into an aesthetically appealing and unique design, just for you.
- Print Design
Are you looking for more than just a website? Maybe you want to send out a monthly newsletter, or an e-mail, or a flier to get your name out on the streets. You'll need a skilled graphic designer to make the perfect design just for you. Much like web design, print design is a necessary service to make your letters and fliers appear much more than just boring words on a white piece of paper.
- Intranet
Intranets aren't necessary for small businesses, but if you're a large corporation, an intranet may be a good idea. An intranet is pretty much a website, but think of it as being a personal website just for your company and the people in it. Instead of a website that anyone can see, and intranet is a website that only your employees can see. An intranet can be used for many things, from posting important meetings or deadlines so that everyone can see them, to a smaller version of a social networking site, so that your employees can get to know one another a little better. No matter how you use it, an intranet can be a beneficial tool when you have a large number of employees.
- eCommerce
So, you have a product, or products, that you need to sell, but don't have a store, or want to reach out to a broader range of customers? Adding eCommerce to your site will allow you to sell your product(s) directly through your site. Many people have problems trying to get the correct payments and few people send checks in the mail anymore. A payment system, such as PayPal and Authorize.net can take care of all of your problems. They are secure, well known payment systems that take the hassle out of getting credit card information and shipping addresses. A web designer can easily integrate one of these systems into your site, sot hat you can sit back and watch your sales skyrocket.
- Blog
It seems like everyone today has a blog, and even pets have blogs now. Why would you or your company need a blog? Blogs can be a great way to get the word out on new releases, upcoming projects, or special events that relate to you. Blogs can also increase traffic to your website if people read them. So let a web designer create a blog for you, and you can start blogging right away.
So now you know what you need, but where can you get all of these services? Ameronix offers all of these services in one, easy, convenient place! But why would you want one company to do everything instead of having experts from each service and combining them together?
The Benefits of One Company
When you are getting a web design or print design done for you by someone that does not know exactly what you're trying to get across, you have to sit down with them and explain your goals and motives, what you're aiming for. When you work with one small business that can design, create, and maintain everything you need, you only have to explain your aim once. If you went to multiple companies to get your web or print design, you'd have to explain yourself multiple times, wasting time that your site could be up and running. Also, with one company, you are guaranteed that everything will work perfectly together.With multiple companies, you may find your logo is too large or small to appear attractive on your website, or your content may be too long, or there may be no common theme among your web and print design. One company creates a unified, well designed site and print resources, with minimal work on your part. Ameronix can offer all of these services, so you can tell us what you need, and we'll get on it, so that you can have new ideas while knowing your work is being done by skilled professionals.
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