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Web design
We know how important it is that your website reflect the highest quality of design, reflecting your unique brand identity. We also know that it needs to be available to as many people as possible. At Solo Design, we combine all three aspects to make your site stand out and above the rest.
Every aspect of our work adheres to Web Standards methodolgies. Put simply, this means that we use cutting edge design techniques and technical practices that maximize your site, making it usable, accessible and easy to find. By identifying your potential audience, their needs and their goals, we can create a product that will surpass your expectations.
Search Engine Optimisation
Despite claims to the contrary, there is no sure fire way to secure top ranking with search engines. There are, however, techniques and best practices, we utilize that make sure that your website is picked up by the search engines and visible to as many people possible in your target audience. Good design equals good optimisation - making a well coded site with compelling content will ensure good rankings. Thats not all, we have partnered with Direct Consulting Group, a top ranked internet marketing company for customers who want to take that next step in climbing the search engine rankings.
Content Management
One way to ensure your users return to your website regularly is having new and updated content. But who will update your site and how? I am excited to announce that Solo Design now provides flexible options to allow you to update your site easily and whenever you require and best of all - web programming knowledge is NOT required!
Information Architecture
This involves structuring your website in a coherent and logical manner to ensure your content is easily reachable. As simple and logical as this sounds not everyone has the same expectations when first visiting a site. We use various testing methods to guage your users expectations and understanding of your sites's content and stucture to ensure clarity and visibility.
Accessibility
In an time when the world is becoming increasingly reliant on the internet, we make sure your website is accessible to as many people as possible, including PDA/cell phone users and those with special needs. By carefully adhering to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, we maximize the availability of your website to the widest possible audience. In addition to applying this guidelines to new sites, we can conduct an accessibility review on your exsisting site, providing you with detailed recommendations.
Web Hosting
Leave it to us! Here at Solo Design, we work exclusively with Pixel Pad Hosting to provide easy, reliable, and state-of-the-art hosting.