Web Design and Development

Customers now expect a modern company to have an Internet presence - a professionally developed website can be a very effective tool with which to retain customers and further develop the business.

Whatever your business requirements, be it a corporate identity website, an online brochure website, or a fully updateable database driven website, Netdec will work closely with you to implement a solution that fully meets your company's requirements and expectations.

Standards Compliant Websites

With an increasing range of devices available with which to access the Internet, it is vital that websites are written to be platform-independent and without any reliance placed upon the user.

All websites developed by Netdec fully adhere to W3C's Web Coding Standards, ensuring operability and compatibility; websites use XHTML for coding and CSS for the presentation layer.

Website Accessibility

Fundamental to any successful Internet campaign is ensuring that a website is accessible to all, regardless of their ability. The experience gained by a customer from a company website often forms the first impression for that user, and a bad experience will not encourage them to return.

All websites developed by Netdec are full accessible and adhere to the Accessibility Guidelines set out by the W3C.

Why does my website need to be accessible?

In the UK, companies now have a legal obligation to ensure that their website is accessible to all users under the Disability Discrimination Act (DDA). Elsewhere in the world, legal proceedings have taken place against companies who operate websites that are deemed inaccessible.

The webcredible article, Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) & Web Accessibility gives an overview of the law and how it may affect you and your business.

What are the advantages of having an accessible website?

An inaccessible website excludes customers from your business. Having an accessible website, however, makes available your business to as many customers as possible. The internet is now commonly accessed using a variety of devices including Mobile Phones, PDAs and Web TV, so it is essential that all devices are supported.

A further enhancement for a business wishing to benefit from international customers is a website able to support multiple languages and country-specific localisation.

In additional to natural-language translation, using any combination of automatic and manual translation, your website can adhere fully to the conventions of any country, including the direction of text flow, and date and currency display.

Is my website accessible?

If you are unsure as to whether your website is accessible, Netdec can provide a Website Accessibility Report detailing the overall status of your website, and the steps necessary to ensure your website is accessible and legally compliant. Please contact Netdec for further informaiton.

Cross Browser Compatibility

There are many different web browsers that customers may be using to view your website. The inconsistency of how different web browsers display information means that a website may function and be viewed correctly from your computer system but may be rendered unusable when viewed using an alternative web browser.

The number of users who are able to work remotely is increasing, and there is no guarantee the devices used in different location will have anything in common.

Rigorous cross browser compatibility testing ensures that your website is usable and displays correctly in all web browsers on multiple platforms including Windows, Apple Mac and Linux.

eCommerce

More and more businesses are now offering the facility for customers to purchase products and services online. Whether you wish to sell your products over the Internet or allow trade customers to pay for and place orders online, Netdec can implement an eCommerce solution that is tailored to your company's requirements

Database Driven Websites

It is most common for companies hold information in a database of sort, examples being a simple text file, a spreadsheet, or a fully-featured multi-user system. A common business requirement is that this data is used to form content on the website, such that when the underlying data changes all changes are reflected on the website: the contents of the database drives the website.

Having such a dynamic website also provides the opportunity for two-way communication between your company and any customer, whether this is a simple feedback comment or more complex integration.

However your data is stored Netdec can develop your website with all the necessary security to take full advantage of one of your most prized assets.

Mailing Lists

A web based mailing list provides an excellent way of communicating with existing and future customers. Such a system can allow customers to update their details to tailor what they receive based on their requirements: this data can then be used by your company to target customers more effectively having known their areas of interest in advance.

Content Management Systems

A Content Management System (CMS) allows users to change website content from an easy to use Online Administration Area. Functionality can be provided to maintain all text, images, and layout whatever your requirements.

Whether you would like to update your entire website, or just manage simple content such as Company News, Netdec can implement a user friendly, cost-effective system.