The timescale of a website design project is often dictated by the client. If you have a deadline in mind we will endeavor to meet it for you. The most common delay in the creation and completion of a new website is waiting for content (text/images) to be sent to us by the client. For a regular 6 - 10 page site, if all content is prepared beforehand, it usually takes 1 week for a design prototype to be built, then another 2 weeks to add content.
In the majority of cases a meeting isn't necessary and most of our websites are generally completed with contact via email and telephone only. We place suggested website designs onto the Internet in a private place where only yourselves and us can view the content. We then liaise with you regularly to discuss the web designs in order that the website design and functionality is exactly as you wish.
We fully support any website we design and are always available should you encounter any problems or require any enhancements. We offer website maintenance so that your website need never get out of date.
You may move your website to another web hosting service at any time. Once your website has been completed, we can send you a copy of the website on cd or provide ftp access so you can access the files. This copy of your website is for your retention
It is helpful to us if you are able to provide text and photographs in electronic form - for example, the files output by a digital camera and the words in MS word or similar format. If this is not possible, we can help get your information ready for use on the website. Just like building a house you need materials, the more photos and text you can provide makes building the website easier for us and results in a better looking site for you.
All our websites are created with search engines in mind and the website design is compliant with search engine guidelines. It is a good idea for your website to be re-evaluated in time as over a period of time the search engines do alter their rules and algorithms and you will want to be certain that your website is kept up to date and complies with new rules etc.
Yes with our Content Management System all web pages created are Search Engine Friendly - you can even add your own search engine meta tags to each individual web page if desired. The CMS tools are easy to use - effective and intuitive.
No. We discuss with you your website requirements and then price accordingly and once you have placed an order for your website with us, that price is strictly adhered to.
This will depend upon the amount of information you wish to be displayed on your website. If you have many products/services, then it may be advantageous to have a database incorporated into your website. We will discuss this in detail with you and if a database is advised we will explain in detail exactly how this will work. We can tailor your website to suit your specific requirements.
There are many different methods which can be used to update websites. The method you choose and the functionality we build into your website design is solely up to yourself although of course we will be glad to advise you which method will suit your needs.
If you have a small website consisting of just a few pages and will only wish to make changes very infrequently, then usually it is more cost effective simply to ask Above&Beyond to carry out these changes for you. Other methods which are frequently chosen are largely dependent upon how much data or information and pictures you have and how you store this information at present.
We can provide an online content management system where you can either update individual products/pages/services or particular sections of your website. e.g. company news.
Alternatively we can provide functionality such that you can upload your entire product ranges to the website in one action using spreadsheets etc. We can also add databases if you wish.
No once your website is designed it belongs to you and you can commission anyone to update it for you - although of course we would like to think that you are happy with our services and will continue to use us for your website maintenance.
Your website visitors will see some things differently depending on their browser, screen resolution setting and their individual computer settings and toolbars. We design sites with that in mind and preview them in several browser types and resolution settings before publishing. Obviously as technology alters then eventually all websites may need re-evaluation.
Yes - we are your one stop company to provide all your web services. No more - not knowing who to call if you have problems - we can register your domain name - design your website - provide your web hosting and arrange your email accounts for you.
No web hosting service can guarantee 100% uptime. However we can say that our servers have had 100% up time for many years. Should our servers have any problems we do have the necessary backups in place to deal with this issue immediately.
Yes you can have email and you will probably wish you set-up several email addressed e.g. sales@your-domain.com, info@your-domain.com, john.smith@your-domain.com
Yes we provide google analytics web tracking which records where you visitors are coming from and which pages they looked at, how long they stayed on each page, what pages they left your site, which search engines and keywords are being used, which phrases are being typed into which search engines and many more interesting web tracking facts which you should find useful for future marketing campaigns.
No is simply the answer.
Yes you can. We have Secure Servers (SSL) which use the latest encryption methods to ensure that your customers can buy from you website knowing that the information they enter is secure and safe. if you wish your customers' payments to be "cleared on line" we can interface to organisations like Worldpay, Paypal, Nochex or whichever third party you wish to use.
If the website we have designed for you includes a Content Management System then you can access your administration areas from anywhere as long as you have an internet connection and make updates instantly as frequently as you wish. If your website is smaller and was designed without using this type of system and you don't have any html. skills, then we can update the website for you. Our charges are very reasonable.
Yes. Our Content Management System really is very easy to use - If you can send an email, you will be able to use it. We run through the administration screens with you when we design the site for you - however if at any time you have any questions we are available at the end of the telephone to run through the procedures or answer any queries you may have
The cost of a website varies depending on the site and complexity. A small website with just a few static pages would cost around $595 whereas a full ecommerce website with a large number of pages and a CMS system could cost any where from $2500 upwards. If you give us a call we will be please the discuss with your web design requirements and give you a fixed quotation.
There are various methods availably to you. We would need to talk to you to established you requirements and the best method for your company. There are essentially two main methods of accepting credit cards. The first method is where you use your own card machine and process the card payment yourself and the second method uses an online clearance company. Once you are sure which method you wish to use, we can design your website accord
As many as you like. From a search engines point a view - The more the better!
Yes, we would be happy to look at you existing website and give you a quote for updating it.
Absolutely not! - It's your website and you have total control over the contents and who advertises on it.
If you do not like the design which we have suggested for you, we will discuss further with a view to ascertaining what type of design you would like to see and then place another "suggested design" in your web area for you to view. We would not like to think that you are not happy with the final website design. Our aim is to create for you a website specific to your requirements which you are completely happy with.
Yes, spam filtering services are included in all of our emall accounts.
We create websites that are user-friendly. websites that are visually appealing, creative in design and also have great functionality. They are effective as business tools. We know the value of the different web design features which can be used and we know which features work and why they work.
The website belongs to you - we can send you a copy of the website on cd. This copy is for your retention and should you wish to use another web design or web hosting company - you are completely at liberty to take this copy to them for them
Yes absolutely! Domain registration is an important service we offer. Take a look at our Domain Registration page where you can search for available names and register them. You don't have to purchase other website design or web hosting services from us to use this service - although we hope that you will want to use us for all your web services