Frequently Asked Questions

Why is it so difficult to have a successful website?

Succinctly put, the answer is "Because you have lots of competition!" When you open your online business, you are not just competing with the local company down the street or across town. Even large businesses sometimes have a hard time understanding that the service or product they are so successful with in the US is now being stacked up against competition in Japan, Germany and other parts of the world. While Global Commerce definitely has its advantages, such as being able to promote your company to an audience of millions without leaving your town, there is also greater competition, as well as a whole new world of headaches you never imagined.
For example: Did you know there are thousands of search engines and web site directories on the net? These are websites where your potential customers could be looking for your type of product or service. Sure you can register with the big sites like AOL and Yahoo!, but what if your primary customer base visits a search engine you are not even aware of? Perhaps your customers don't look for your services on the search engines at all. Maybe they look in specialized business directories. Maybe they are already looking at your competitors products on web sites you never even knew existed! You could be missing out on sales just because potential customers never knew who you were or what you have to offer!
Lets not forget about the large search engine sites. You may ask, "How do you get to be on those sites anyway?" If you are trying to save money you might have tried to register yourself by hand. This can be a daunting, if not impossible task. Each search engine has it's own form you have to fill out. However, just because you fill out the form does not mean you will be on their search engine at all. The major search engines have programs called robots that will visit your site once you fill out the registration form. If they like what they see, you are registered. If you don't know what they like, you won't design your page correctly, and chances are you will either end up at the bottom of the list or not on the list at all! And let's not forget about Yahoo! They use HUMAN reviewers to examine every submission before they give it their stamp of approval. A listing on Yahoo! can be worth it's weight in gold. So consider carefully who will market your website. May we make a suggestion?

NOW Web Design

will create your site in such a way that it is "search-engine friendly". We will also place your website on the search engines and directory sites for you. But it does not stop there. We look after your site on an ongoing basis, monitoring your rankings to make sure you stay on the search engines. After all, with thousands of new online businesses sprouting up all over the world, you need to stay on top of the latest competition! Your rankings on the search engines will decrease with time, so you need a vigilant webmarketer to make sure your website remains high up on the list.
In short, if you do not have a professional web designer creating, promoting, and monitoring your site, you need help...NOW! See our contact us page to be on your way to having a great web site!

How do I make my site look good to the most people? With all the different browsers, versions, platforms, screen resolutions...ARGH! Can I at least reach the majority of my potential customers?

You don't need all this hassle! Let us help! NOW Web Design is a professional design service. We can get you the right balance of the latest technology and compatibility. We can show you what the site looks like from your user's perspective! We can also monitor what type of web browser your average customer is using so we can target them directly!
The net can be a scary place. You need some friends who know the ins and outs! Contact us for more information!

Why should I choose NOW Web Design over other reputable designers?

NOW Web Design focuses on offering web design, web development/programming and web hosting solutions...Period. We are not also an internet service provider or a computer store. This allows us to stay focused on being on the cutting edge of our industry. Also, unlike other firms, we don't leave you to flounder after the initial web site is completed. We provide ongoing site maintenance services to help keep your online presence up to date. Concentrate on your business and serve your customers while we take care of your web site.

What do I need to sell my products/services on the internet?

If you are going to sell a product or service on the Internet, an Electronic Commerce enabled web site is what you need. This would normally be in the form of an online shopping cart program, where people would browse your goods and/or services, pick what they want, and "check out" electronically. This requires a larger investment than a basic web site, but if your customers are looking for the convenience of being able to buy your goods or services online, it can be well worth it!

How much does a basic website cost?

Our prices vary widely depending upon the complexity of your site. Instead of quoting you a stock price, we tailor the cost to fit your needs and budget.

I want to have NOW Web Design create/improve my web site. What do I do next?

It's time to set up an appointment to talk to us. You can call us, send email, or fill out our contact us page.

What information will you need from me?

We will need to know what sort of vision you have for your web site. In other words, what would you like your web site to do for you, for your customers, and for your vendors? We will also need your content, such as the text your would like on your site along with any graphics you would like as well. We will need this information on a diskette or sent to us electronically so that it may be easily modified (if necessary) and placed on your web site.

Do I need to supply all the graphics myself?

We have a large library of graphics. As long as you can at least produce an electronic version of your company logo, we should be able to provide any other necessary graphics.

Do I have to be located near your office (York Haven, PA) for you to work on my web site?

No. All of our communication can be handled through telephone calls, email and US Mail.

How long will it take for you to complete my web site?

Once we have all of your content and we've talked about the 'look and feel' of your site, we are ready to begin designing. Our turn around time is generally 15 business days or less for showing you a first draft.

Why is it so difficult to have a successful website?
Succinctly put, the answer is "Because you have lots of competition!" When you open your online business, you are not just competing with the local company down the street or across town. Even large businesses sometimes have a hard time understanding that the service or product they are so successful with in the US is now being stacked up against competition in Japan, Germany and other parts of the world. While Global Commerce definitely has its advantages, such as being able to promote your company to an audience of millions without leaving your town, there is also greater competition, as well as a whole new world of headaches you never imagined. For example: Did you know there are thousands of search engines and web site directories on the net? These are websites where your potential customers could be looking for your type of product or service. Sure you can register with the big sites like AOL and Yahoo!, but what if your primary customer base visits a search engine you are not even aware of? Perhaps your customers don't look for your services on the search engines at all. Maybe they look in specialized business directories. Maybe they are already looking at your competitors products on web sites you never even knew existed! You could be missing out on sales just because potential customers never knew who you were or what you have to offer! Lets not forget about the large search engine sites. You may ask, "How do you get to be on those sites anyway?" If you are trying to save money you might have tried to register yourself by hand. This can be a daunting, if not impossible task. Each search engine has it's own form you have to fill out. However, just because you fill out the form does not mean you will be on their search engine at all. The major search engines have programs called robots that will visit your site once you fill out the registration form. If they like what they see, you are registered. If you don't know what they like, you won't design your page correctly, and chances are you will either end up at the bottom of the list or not on the list at all! And let's not forget about Yahoo! They use HUMAN reviewers to examine every submission before they give it their stamp of approval. A listing on Yahoo! can be worth it's weight in gold. So consider carefully who will market your website. May we make a suggestion? NOW Web Design will create your site in such a way that it is "search-engine friendly". We will also place your website on the search engines and directory sites for you. But it does not stop there. We look after your site on an ongoing basis, monitoring your rankings to make sure you stay on the search engines. After all, with thousands of new online businesses sprouting up all over the world, you need to stay on top of the latest competition! Your rankings on the search engines will decrease with time, so you need a vigilant webmarketer to make sure your website remains high up on the list. In short, if you do not have a professional web designer creating, promoting, and monitoring your site, you need help...NOW! See our contact us page to be on your way to having a great web site!
How do I make my site look good to the most people? With all the different browsers, versions, platforms, screen resolutions...ARGH! Can I at least reach the majority of my potential customers?
You don't need all this hassle! Let us help! NOW Web Design is a professional design service. We can get you the right balance of the latest technology and compatibility. We can show you what the site looks like from your user's perspective! We can also monitor what type of web browser your average customer is using so we can target them directly! The net can be a scary place. You need some friends who know the ins and outs! Contact us for more information!
Why should I choose NOW Web Design over other reputable designers?
NOW Web Design focuses on offering web design, web development/programming and web hosting solutions...Period. We are not also an internet service provider or a computer store. This allows us to stay focused on being on the cutting edge of our industry. Also, unlike other firms, we don't leave you to flounder after the initial web site is completed. We provide ongoing site maintenance services to help keep your online presence up to date. Concentrate on your business and serve your customers while we take care of your web site.
What do I need to sell my products/services on the internet?
If you are going to sell a product or service on the Internet, an Electronic Commerce enabled web site is what you need. This would normally be in the form of an online shopping cart program, where people would browse your goods and/or services, pick what they want, and "check out" electronically. This requires a larger investment than a basic web site, but if your customers are looking for the convenience of being able to buy your goods or services online, it can be well worth it!
How much does a basic website cost?
Our prices vary widely depending upon the complexity of your site. Instead of quoting you a stock price, we tailor the cost to fit your needs and budget.
I want to have NOW Web Design create/improve my web site. What do I do next?
It's time to set up an appointment to talk to us. You can call us, send email, or fill out our contact us page.
What information will you need from me?
We will need to know what sort of vision you have for your web site. In other words, what would you like your web site to do for you, for your customers, and for your vendors? We will also need your content, such as the text your would like on your site along with any graphics you would like as well. We will need this information on a diskette or sent to us electronically so that it may be easily modified (if necessary) and placed on your web site.
Do I need to supply all the graphics myself?
We have a large library of graphics. As long as you can at least produce an electronic version of your company logo, we should be able to provide any other necessary graphics.
Do I have to be located near your office (York Haven, PA) for you to work on my web site?
No. All of our communication can be handled through telephone calls, email and US Mail.
How long will it take for you to complete my web site?
Once we have all of your content and we've talked about the 'look and feel' of your site, we are ready to begin designing. Our turn around time is generally 15 business days or less for showing you a first draft.