The key to a successful Web project is understanding it. Know the goals you want to achieve. By answering the questions below, you clarify the purpose and logistics of your project. That clear vision keeps the Web Communication team on track as the project takes shape.
Once you've answered these questions, start gathering your information.
If you are updating existing content, be sure the text is accurate, up-to-date and an appropriate length for scanability.
Look at other Web sites you like. Bring examples to our first team meeting and tell us what aspects you think are effective or interesting.
The text should be as accurate and complete as possible when you bring it to us. Minor changes after we start working are usually not a problem, but substantial changes can delay completion of the project.
Now it's time to get us involved. Jobs in the Office Web Communications start with a work order. This assists us in assigning your publication to the appropriate people and helps us keep track of the job while it's in progress.
When we receive your work order, we'll contact you to set up an initial meeting with the creative team assigned to your project (editor, designer, Web developer, as needed).
From this point on, we work with you to develop the Web site you want. You have several opportunities along the way to review prototypes and make alterations.
A brief summary of the design and review process is described below:
Web: blueprint (site map), wireframe (site architecture and navigation), design prototype, functional pages, usability testing, accessibility review, revisions and final pages
When everything is approved, the site will go online. We can handle that for you or, if you prefer, your Web person can take the new files and upload them.
Maintaining the site will be up to you. Remember that people who will visit your Web pages expect them to contain the latest and most accurate information. It's vital that you keep everything current.
Web Communications
Oregon State University
102 Adams Hall
Corvallis, Oregon 97331
541-737-3871
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