Web Development
Web development is generally referred to as the process of building up and programming a functioning website for the internet. Professionals specifically refer to the writing markup and coding aspects of website development. Large businesses can have web development teams with hundreds of people, while smaller organizations require only a single permanent webmaster or a subcontracted programmer.
Matogen's web design and development teams in Stellenbosch (Western Cape, South Africa), offers its clients unparalleled customized products, through its vast collective experience and expertise. Our teams of specialists are remarkably focused on critical features such as superior graphic design, advanced navigational functionality, unparalleled search engine optimization, unique behavioral modeling, and exclusive corporate branding.
To see for your self, have a look at our Portfolio.
General Website Information
Important topics for running a website.
- Hosting is charged on an annual basis or monthly basis.
- A Domain will be valid for two years. Please remember to renew your domain name within the two year period to continue use of the name.
- Website maintenance is charged at an hourly rate.
- How do want to update your site? (Customers have control, You have control, we have control)
- Frequency to update the website? (Daily, Quarterly etc)
Packages
Packages are based on the level of complicity and information required to produce the end product.
Default Services :
- Email,
- Hosting services
It is important to study the service level guarantee and the type of technical support on offer. Round-the-clock support is the preferred option.
Basic/Static site :
- Company Information,
- Contact and Marketing information
A basic/static site is the simplest website form available. Web pages are stored on a server which is then uploaded to a visitor's browser for viewing. HTML (Hypertext Markup Language) is the coding generally used for these pages.
This kind of site is low cost and easy to create for a limited number of pages. However, be aware that the design and functionality may be restricted and it may be less secure than other more sophisticated options.
Online Shop:
- License cost for secure shopping software to be included in hosting cost
An Online shop evokes the physical analogy of buying products or services at a retailer or in a shopping mall. This kind of site has a general fee for a limited to large product range. However, be aware that the design and functionality may be restricted and it may be less secure than other more sophisticated options.
Content Management System. (Including initial pages and Training Notes so that users can then update content on their own)
An intermediate-level site can provide you with a:
* Professional looking web design
* Full e-commerce and payment functionality
* Value-added features, e.g. account information, customer references and customer alert
Information Required
During the period of the website design information will be required from the Matogen customers.
Below is a list of items that may be required for your website:
- Contact email & Name for managing the site design
- Logos - Electronic format
- Photos - From you, the customer or stock photos that can be purchased to go with the site.
- Company information - The information requested above.
- Company information such as history
- Brochures for products
- Price list
- Website Design Process
The following process will be followed for creating a website
- Gather requirements
- Produce quote
- Suggested layouts and example templates
- Gather company information
- Build company information onto site
- Site will then go live and the domain address will be submitted to search engines
General Requirement Features
| Instant setup and go Easy back-end login WYSIWYG HTML editing Raw HTML editing Automatic monthly upgrades Multiple user login and role management Unlimited pages Subscription protected pages E-commerce Setup Features Unlimited categories Unlimited products Bulk upload products Products in multiple categories Click-n-create shopping cart Fully customisable shopping cart Client Support Free online support - knowledge database Telephonic support Community / forum based support Customer Payment Accept real-time credit cards Offline credit card processing Cheque, cash and direct deposit (EFT) Account and account history Generate quotation (no payment) Backend / Database SQL Server 2000 database Affiliate tracking and sales reports Geographical reports Customer signup and sales reports |
Support for SSL certificate Forced HTTPS pages Design and Layout Fully customisable style Fully customisable content Fully customisable template(s) Customisable category display Customisable product display Product thumbnails and large image News Article Management Auto-publish news articles Multiple news feeds Integrated Search Integrated product search Integrated news article search Integrated text / document search Customisable results style Results ordered by rank Non indexed search (no delay) Shipping and Taxes Multiple customer delivery address Dual shipping options Auto TAX calculation Shipping cost by volume or weight International shipping Customisable shipping options Site Statistics Impression, referrers and unique visitors |
Search Engine Optimisation Search engine compatible URLs Auto breadcrumb navigation Auto XML site map Keywords in page titles SEO tips and guidelines Hosting Network guaranteed 99% uptime Multiple power source backups Continuous raid system back Contact Manager Easy form generation Online form creation Capture customer form submissions Contact message and reply tracking Full contact logging Bulk mail / newsletter sending Subscriber Features Full order history 3rd Part courier tracking Auto confirmation and status emails Loyalty programs Bulk mail / newsletter sending Product Inventory Full product inventory Multiple product pricing SEO product detail pages Sell subscription products Sell downloadable products Turnover, sales and product reports |