| Easily explained, the role of Web sites in business, how to design and build them and how to integrate them into business to lower costs. |
| As the demands made by business on Web sites increase, their role in business is changing. The need for brochure-ware is being replaced with mission critical 24 * 7 business tools. Effective Web sites reflect proven business processes and are designed the way customers interact. |
| Important things to consider when planning a Web site. See how easy it is and don't get caught by the e-kiddies. The same principles that you know all too well, apply exactly the same. |
| Designing Web sites that reflect proven business processes are not only popular with users but allow for standardised production and lower costs. |
| Is your Web site a mission critical 24*7 business solution or useless brochureware that is increasing hidden costs. If you can't answer this simple questionnaire, then you may need to reassess your Web site. |
| Many non-technical people still see the development and maintenance of Web sites as a specialist task. Even the simplest changes can seem a daunting process. By the application of proven business techniques, particularly assembly line methodologies, quality assured Web sites can be built, in a replicable way, by non-technical people as part of an every day business process. |
| Good Web sites are part of business and they can be successfully used to lower hidden costs, including the cost of Web site ownership. A simple review of Web site development and maintenance practices shows areas of potential cost savings. |
