Methodology

Our SMART Methodology

Effective website design and multimedia development is much more than executing a predefined set of rules. It requires a user-centered attitude and a comprehensive design methodology coupled with early planning of the interface and continued work throughout the development process.

DHM employs our S.M.A.R.T. Site philosophy in conjunction with a 6-stage Development Methodology to efficiently and effectively deliver the project and its defined goals. Each of these stages will help propel us in the right direction and help deliver a project that exceeds your expectations. (Get more detailed information about how our methodology works with our Strategic e-Marketing Consulting.)

An Overview of Our Six-Stage Methodology

1. Discovery and Planning

Deliverables for Stage I

• Blueprint diagram outlining recommended site or multimedia information architecture
• Detailed production schedule

2. Brand Identity and Marketing Strategy Detailing

Deliverables for Stage II

• Recommendations for online or multimedia brand development
• Recommendations for revisions, addition, deletions to content

3. Creative Design Development Process

Deliverables for Stage III

• Pictorial images of the home page and representative Level 1 & 2 pages demonstrating depth and functionality
• Limited online or multimedia identity development

4. Development (build-out)

Deliverables for Stage IV

• Beta website or multimedia project
• Implementation of Content Management System and other dynamic components (if applicable)

5. Change Management Process

6. Quality Assurance and Launch

Deliverables for Stage VI

• Completed project
• Website hosting, CD-ROM or DVD for duplicaiton, etc.