This is a good list to go through if you are looking at designing a new site, getting a make-over or switching to a content management system.

The Visible Part of Your Website

• Does your home page grab attention?
• Is your navigation simple and intuitive?
• Is the design visually easy to follow?
• Is the site design professional?
• Is the most important information visible (without scrolling)?
• Does you home page explain the following: who you are, what you do, why you do it, and how to buy or contact you?
  

Think About Your Customer While You Design Your Website!

Before you design your site, you should know your customers. The following questions will help you focus on designing a site that meets the needs of your customers.

• Who are you trying to reach? Is there more than one type of customer using your site?
• What do you want your visitors to do when they are on your site?
• Who are the visitors that will bring you the most profit?