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Wed, 26 Sep 2007 10:05:14 -0700

TITLE: How to Distinguish a Professional Web Site Design Service

There are various IT companies that offers web development services but how can you find a professional website design company?

Usually, when potential clients look for information, they use search engines like Google, Yahoo! and MSN to help them find the sites that can cater to their needs. But since there are thousands of websites that offers web design services, what is the probability that the site that was picked is the best? Researching in the Internet can be a tedious job since there are several information available and not everything that can be read is a reliable source. But don't fret, this article may help you to find an offshore solutions partner that professionally delivers the web design service that you wanted.

There are several criteria for a website to be considered as a professional site. Of course, a potential client will foremost scrutinize the overall web design site before it consider it's service. The client will search for a site with a professional look and feel because the website is the main portfolio of what they can offer. If a site doesn't look good, potential clients won't even consider dealing business with this company. Below are some of the common factors that can help clients determine if a company's website is professionally done.

Aesthetically pleasing web design. The first thing that potential clients will notice is the appearance of the web page. When he visits the site, his decision to explore or exit from the site will be based on the overall visual aspect. Since a web site is the medium for persuasion, it needs to designed with as much thought and effort considering the target audience and how it will appeal to the potential customers.

Content and Text. The site should contain all the information that is written well and was proofread by an editor. Typographical errors or misspellings won't increase the site's credibility.

Site navigation. The clients should see the important links, it must be consistent and located at a position most visible to them. It would also help if there's a sitemap available on the site.

Functioning Site. Different clients are using various types and versions of hardware and software to view the site. It is a good practice if the site was checked as compatible with different browsers and screen resolutions

Portfolio. A portfolio of past works can showcase the variety of designs that the web design company can offer and at the same time it can show how well they have satisfied each client's needs by highlighting their specific services and products through the web site.

Organization. It is important to have an organized website so that potential clients will be able to find the necessary information that they are looking for quickly.

Includes Valuable Information. All valuable information should be readily available. Anything a customer might need should be included on the website, from phone numbers to directions or any other important information.

Using the guide discussed above will help potential clients to distinguish a professional website design company to those who offer poorly created sites because choosing the right professional website designer can go a long way towards helping clients achieve their business goals.

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Wed, 26 Sep 2007 09:22:36 -0700

TITLE: Does Color Matter?

Does it really matter?

Specifically, this article talks about the colors on a website. Colors are sometimes taken for granted by some web designers when they are creating a site. But mind you, colors may just be one of the factors that can attract or distract a visitor for a website. It plays a considerable impact on the visitor's decision to browse or exit from the site.

If you already have an existing site, ask people to describe the feel of your site's color, design and overall appearance. Through this survey you can get a general feedback for your site. The site should have the artistic identity of the designer but at the same time pleases the target visitors.

Branding, the strategy to create and maintain your site's unique identity through the logo and designs implemented on your web site. Proper color combinations can give your site an identity, making it stand out from the rest.

Below are the key points to consider on choosing the right color combinations for your website:

Know your target. There can be several colors for you to choose from but make sure it will conform to your target visitors which can vary from from young crowd, students, male or female, adults, housewives, job seekers, businessman, etc. This diversity should be a challenge for you to take in attracting them to your site.

Make your visitors comfortable. Many visitors are comfortable using Microsoft programs, which are designed in gray and blue. You don't need to copy the color of Microsoft, the point is gray and blue are very comfortable on the eyes, which is the main reason why many sites have those colors as background. However, you can always use your own color skills and create a pleasing combination. The best thing to do is test the site with several color combinations and do a survey on a group of people.

Be creative. Make your own identity. Colors can make your site unique, embed colors that you think will mix to your design and logo. These should make your site lively, attractive and easy on the eyes.

Make it simple. Simplicity is beauty as the clich� goes. It also applies to websites, don't overthrow your site by adding unnecessary colors which doesn't match your overall design. Don't use font colors that will not be visible on the background. Lastly, don't add colors that is totally different with the whole template's color, as much as possible, your site should only have four to five different colors.

Given the above key points for the color of your website, you can now make a website design that can attracts visitor. Decide now what colors you need in building your site. Because colors has something to do with the success and failure of your business. Make your business grow.