WordPress websites are a cost effective, fully functioning, highly capable templates of internet technology. Producing a WordPress site saves money over producing HTML or FLASH websites by utilizing advanced templates and simple to use plug-ins to deliver complicated internet activity and connectivity to a WordPress site.
This WordPress website was generated using a template that was found on the internet, it was free, uploaded to the server and edited to meet the needs of the client. It has a user friendly mapping system, booking calendar, pricing information, visitor review posting center and can be updated, revised or edited via the client’s smart phone.
Design:
Designing a WordPress site defeats the purpose of utilizing the WordPress technology. Finding a template that works and is visually pleasing for all those involved is what we consider designing for this developmental process, it is more of a well involved search for a template that everyone likes and that is user friendly for the visitor. There are thousands of templates to look through, they are all online and available for review for everyone, some cost money and some are free. Google search “WordPress Templates” and see.
Site Mapping:
The first step in the WordPress production stage is making sure that all the pages have been approved, all the special features have been planned and that the site map has been finalized. Below is a sample of an original site map designed specifically for one client. It reveals how a visitor to the site will interact with pages and features throughout the WordPress website.
Production:
Photoshop is used to edit and size photography and or graphics for the site. Items are uploaded to the website server via an internet browser – the technology is user friendly for everyone involved. Text is also added into the site via an internet browser and clients can learn very quickly how to edit or add text and photos to the website. From their computers at work or at home or in some cases, by utilizing a free app for their smart phones.
What is included:
• Template Research (4 hours)
• 1 Site map visualization (1 hour)
• Template Server Upload (1.50 hours)
• Onsite Photography (4.00 hours)
• Photoshop image editing (2.25 hours)
• WordPress production (1.75)
• Copy Writing (6.75)
• Plug-in Purchases ($87.00)
• Live Interactive Review (1 hour)
Pricing
The key to saving time and money is to make sure that all features have been reviewed and approved before production begins. Adding special features, plug-ins and making revisions during the production stage can double the cost of a site. Revisions require time, therefore add cost.