Web Presence

These days organizations of all types need a website. If people want to find you, they use a search engine not a phone book. Think about it yourself. How many times did you consult your phone book last year? Here are a few examples of how a website can successfully meet a variety of business needs. Contact me today to find out how I can help.

The Self-Employed Trader

For the independent trader or craftsman relying on local customers and needing to keep overheads low it may be that a single page website hosted for free by one of the many suppliers who offer this facility will be enough. A small investment in putting together a professional-looking page will be sufficient to ensure that your business can be listed in the web directories that your clients are likely to search when looking for a supplier.

The Small Retailer

If your shop sells something unique or interesting, it might suit you to offer your products by mail. You might consider branching into mail order and want to offer a catalogue on-line with clients paying you by credit card. If so, I can help you to build a simple, secure e-commerce site that allows you to provide the same service to on-line customers as you would in-store.

The Professional

Most professional firms have web sites to showcase their services to potential clients and to share their knowledge with a wider audience. Some professionals like to write helpful articles that demonstrate expertise in particular subjects and enhance their public profile. A professional website that’s regularly updated can boost your profile and help to attract new business.

Clubs and Communities

Even churches have found their way on to the internet, publishing their services and offering advice and help to their congregation. Some innovative groups have discovered that the internet is a wonderful way to bond and grow communities. Such websites can be a great way to share needs and call for volunteers or raise funds for a cause.

Distributed Businesses and Telecommuters

Some businesses operate on more than one site or have workers and clients who need to share information securely and confidentially. Perhaps placing orders for supplies from a warehouse? Possibly sharing documents in progress or devising schedules and appointments? I can help you to design and develop the tools that let you manage your business effectively.

Taking Bookings On-line

It is not only the travel and tourism industry that benefits from taking bookings on-line, any type of business might benefit from allowing clients to book appointments or obtain tickets over the internet. I can add this facility to an existing website or help you re-launch a completely new website design.

The Corporate Image

All web sites need to reflect the essence of the business, organisation or individual it promotes. Though most sites serve multiple purposes, some sites’ primary purpose is to project a positive image and maintain a profile across modern media. By understanding your business and your customers, I can help you to build a consistent website that helps to maintain your corporate image.