One of the first questions asked is " how much will this cost?" Before Fossil Graphics can provide a formal proposal for a website design project, the "Map" needs to be drawn. Without having a deep understanding of a client's needs and objectives, it's virtually impossible to prepare an accurate proposal.The importance of drawing this map is based on:
- • Establish functionality for complex web applications like e-commerce, content management systems, networking and interactive media. All of these systems contain hundreds of moving parts all working together. Creating a framework based on information is what allows us to develop the site with a solid plan of attack.
- • Develop information architecture for the site; how the content will be organized on the site and what to include. This also establishes the design that can best meet the usability needs of your audience.
- • Puts all parties on the same page. Nothing is worse than wondering what the final result will be or how much it will cost. We like to enter the development phase with all parties well informed and comfortable about what to expect.
- • Allows clients to visualize the process and the site components
