STATIC SITES

A static site is simply a website that performs no programmed tasks; it acts simply as an online brochure. The content can only be updated by a web designer and its main purpose is as a research and reference tool for customers to find out a more about your business.

When should I consider using a static site?
1.  If you are a small business that provides a limited range of products or services      2.  If you don’t need to update your website very often

A static website is an affordable way to get your business online, while still getting an individual design to suit your needs.


UPDATEABLE CMS

CMS or Content Management System is essentially a website where you, the client, can update the content of the site yourself, without knowing any fancy code or owning extra software packages.

When should I consider using a CMS?
1.  If your site requires frequent updates to images or text content
2.  If your site carries large amounts of content
3.  If you want to update and maintain your site yourself
4.  If you want other people to contribute to your site

Features
Aside from adding text and images to your web site CMS enables you to:

  1. Maintain a news blog
  2. Update and edit content (photos and text)
  3. Manage an photo gallery
  4. Create an event calendar
  5. Email marketing system to send out newsletters to your customers or prospective clients

Many more features available on request.


FLASH SITES

A Flash site is a website built using Adobe Flash. Flash sites typically use animation and have interactive features. You can also use flash as an element within a (static, CMS or eCommerce) site so you can have animated features that give your site a lift.

When should I consider a Flash site?
1.  If you want a site with a wow factor
2.  If your business trades on its image


E-COMMERCE SITES

E-Commerce means selling products or services online. E-commerce websites can enable orders, sales and even payments via a web portal. 

When should I consider using E-commerce?
1.  If you want to create a virtual shop front for your business
2.  If you want your customers to order and pay for products online

E-Commerce websites are simple for users and administrators to use. You can keep records of your sales and adding products is easy.


For more information contact The Salon Director at thesalondirector@gmail.com