
The all important name. Think of two or three names that are short, descriptive and
memorable. Then see if those names are available to reserve at
www.register.com.

Search for a "web site host" and "web designer". If you found this
site that way then you are well on your way. Many hosts will provide you with tools
to build your site. Look into them, it could save you a bundle but they are inherently
limited compared to the design tools a professional designer has. For web site hosting we recommend
DRW Networks. They provide quality hosting,
consistent up time and the best in customer support at a cost effective price.

Always compare the two above items keeping in mind the size of site you want and what
you want it to do for you or your business. Don't pay for more site space than you will
need and don't pay for extra pages that your users may not visit.

Start with what you know. If your company already has logos, colors or graphics of some
type that represent your business then use them.

Conduct some research. Spend some time searching similar sites that relate to what your
site will be about. This might help with the layout and organization of the information
you want to present on your site.

Forms are a very important part of every web site. They give you orders for product, tell
you what your customer wants or gives you feedback on the services you provide. A well
thought out form can save you and your customer a lot of time.

Below is a list of questions that should help get you going in the right direction when
making plans for the design of your web site.
- Who is your target audience? What are they looking for from your web site?
- What time frame do you want your web site to be done in? Will it be done in stages?
- Have you seen web sites by other companies in your industry? What do you like and
dislike about these sites?
- What three basic colors would you like to use?
- What products or services are you providing? Are you selling online? How do you want your
items displayed?
- What is the scope of your site? Small business, ecommerce, corporate, personal, etc.
- Do you have the text, logos and images that you want to use on your site?
- What other ways are you promoting your business? Will these methods have the web site
address as a prominent feature? Have you priced search engine placement?