Web Development Process & Pricing
netEffx, Inc. focuses on web site development for
small-to-medium sized businesses providing a "100%
Client-In-Control Satisfaction Guarantee".
How does the "100% Client-In-Control Satisfaction
Guarantee" work?
In general, projects are divided into three primary
phases and clients pay fees in small increments as work is accomplished
and they are satisfied. This gives the client control over the
relationship with netEffx and a low-risk position if they are ever
unhappy.
Why has netEffx has implemented this "100%
Client-In-Control Satisfaction Guarantee"?
Because we're not the kid who just graduated from
college, nor the designer who thinks only about what's pretty. Our staff
has over 100 man years in business and development and is equally strong
in design and marketing. Our guarantee allows you to build trust in our
work and in our business ethics. Moreover, we are absolutely confident in
providing you with success!
So give me some
specifics? What happens if I want to have netEffx produce my web site?
The following provides an example of the steps and
associated costs in developing a small to medium sized
eCommerce site. (Please note: that your project may be more or
less complex which would be reflected in both pricing and procedure.
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Pre-Production |
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Clients contact netEffx expressing interest in web development services. |
No Cost |
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Clients meet
with netEffx for an eBusiness Strategy Consultation.
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$275.00 |
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Benefits: |
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Clients have an initial opportunity to assess the
netEffx staff and their comfort in working with
netEffx.
Clients have a an opportunity to explore their web
sites goals. They are given realistic information
about the possibility of meeting those goals, and an
assessment of the client-side commitment that would
be required.
Clients leave the meeting having a thorough
understanding of what working with netEffx would
entail, what the next step in the development
process would be, and whether a web site is likely
to provide a return on investment. |
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Clients work
with netEffx to develop a Web Site Content Map.
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Per hour fee* - 1 hour
minimum. Additional hours based upon client request/need for
collaboration. |
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Benefits: |
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Provides an organized method of communicating
content to a developer which is required in any
professional web development project
Provides an opportunity to validate whether the
anticipated content adequately supports the web
site's overall goals
Provides an opportunity to assess the need to
develop additional content
Ensures that no content is left out
Is finite -- that is, could be taken from netEffx
and used with any other web developer to continue
the project |
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Clients meet
with netEffx for a Web Site Tools and Technologies Consultation. |
$325.00 |
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Benefits: |
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Gives clients an overview of the technology choices
available for implementing their web site and the
risks/benefits associated with each.
Presents clients with cost-effective ways of
reducing development expenses
Verbally determines the basis for technical
development to commence
Provides another finite point where benefits accrued
could be brought to another web developer to
continue the project or assessed for overall value |
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Clients work
with netEffx to develop a written Web Site Specification
based upon the content map, goals, technologies and tools previously
explored. |
Per hour fee* - 3 hours
minimum. Additional hours based upon client request/need for
collaboration. |
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Benefits: |
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Gives clients a concrete specification from which to
obtain quotes, and structure developer expectations.
Solidifies communication between the client and the
developer
Provides a definite basis for technical development
to commence
Provides another finite point where benefits accrued
could be brought to another web developer to
continue the project or assessed for overall value |
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netEffx
provides the client with a Formal Request for Quotation
Response. This quote will provide turn-key pricing for
developing the web site per the Web Site Specification.
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$125.00 |
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Benefits: |
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Clearly specifies the scope of the work to be done
and gives the client confidence in what netEffx will
commit to develop
Provides turn-key no-nonsense, no-extras pricing
May be used for competitive bidding |
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Production Process |
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Web site
development begins in earnest with client participation as
defined by the Web Site Specification and periodic client reviews
based upon logical achievement points in the work. |
Payments are made at
logical achievement points in the work per the client's
satisfaction. Payment amounts are determined by the
complexity of the project. |
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Benefits: |
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At any time in the work process the client may halt
the production of the site. The client is only
responsible for work that has been satisfactorily
completed. |
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The final web site is
reviewed by the client |
Cost is built in to
the turn-key price provided in the Formal Request for
Quotation Response |
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The web site
is released for access over the Internet |
Cost is built in to
the turn-key price provided in the Formal Request for
Quotation Response |
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Post-Production |
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Client education and support
is supplied as defined by the Web Site Specification |
Per hour fee* - 3 hours
minimum. Additional hours based upon client request/need. |
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Any
post-release maintenance is performed on the web site
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Cost is built in to
the turn-key price provided in the Formal Request for
Quotation Response |
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Marketing is
performed per the Web Site Specification |
Cost is built in to
the turn-key price provided in the Formal Request for
Quotation Response. Additional hours may be requested on a
per hour basis. |
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A cycle
of updating the site follows periodically depending upon the needs of the site
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To be determined by
the site and its need for expansion, etc. |
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Do I have any other
options for exploring what netEffx can do for me?
Absolutely!
netEffx has a "Token Program" where clients may pre-pay for unspecified
products and services at a discounted rate. Tokens may than be applied
on an "as needed" basis to products and services in the future. Please
contact us for Token Program packages and pricing. Please note: First Time
Customers and Non-Profit Organizations we have a special get-to-know-you
package with pricing that's impossible to beat!
But can't you just
give me some idea of what my web site will cost before I contact
you?
It's basically impossible to
tell you what you're web site will cost without understanding what it is
you want to accomplish and anyone who tells you otherwise is
setting you up for a fall. Why? Because either they will overcharge you,
and you won't appreciate that, or they will undercharge you, and won't
give you the time and attention that you expect. It is a known but
quietly held truth that most client/web-developer relationships end in
failure if not litigation. Careful and accurate communication is the
differentiating mark between a professional or non-professional web
development firm. So please take the time to specify and obtain a
comprehensive web site specification. You're online success will
dependent upon it! However, just for grins here are some examples
of costs:
EXAMPLE Web Development Pricing
Static
Web Site Package ("Business Card" web site)
Business and Content Counseling
Customized design
template
0-10 Pages
Search engine listing
assistance
1 year of web site hosting
$1,600.00 - $3,600.00
3 - 6 Weeks
Small eCommerce Web Site
Package
eBusiness Strategy
Consultation
Customized design
template
0-20 Custom content pages
100-200 Customized eCommerce
pages
Hosting
Marketing counseling
Search engine listing
assistance
1 year of web site hosting
$5600.00 - 7,400.00
6 Weeks - 6 Months
Medium eCommerce Web Site
Package
eBusiness Strategy
Consultation
Content counseling and
collaboration
Definition of Web Site Tools
and Technologies
Custom design
template
Formal RFQr
0-100 Custom content pages
100-200 Customized eCommerce
pages
Marketing counseling
Search engine listing
assistance
Initial training for primary
inventory administrator
1 year of web site hosting
$16,000.00 - 21,500.00
2 - 6 Months
Can netEffx just do a part
of the web site development? Or improve my web site?
netEffx is
available to participate in collaborating on a web project. We also
offer specific analysis on existing web sites and eBusiness marketing.
Please contact us with your request availability and pricing.
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