The first step is to consult with you the client and determine what your goals are. Important questions need to be addressed. As the potential client it is important to know what you want. The best way to show this is to do a search and find sites that you like that are related to the industry or profession you are in. This also helps us determine your taste and this will help streamline the process.

• What kind of site do you want? Ecommerce or Online Catalog?
• Do you want a flashy site or a site that is content rich and educational?
• Do you currently have a site or domain name?
• Do you have hosting?
• Do you have artwork or a logo?
• If you want an ecommerce site you will need a merchant account and online processor?
• Do you have images and copy for the site?
• What is your budget
• Do you need any specific technology? Databases, Scripts, Forms. Content Management Solutions. Ecommerce.