Articles: planning

How to evaluate a web design tender (or RFP)

How to evaluate a web design tender or RFP response: what to ask, what “we do accessibility” should mean, and red flags to watch for.

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5 minute read time / 587 words

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When to hire a freelancer vs an agency

When to hire a freelancer vs an agency for your website: trade-offs in cost, capacity, specialism, and relationship.

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4 minute read time / 447 words

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Website rescue: when to fix vs rebuild

A decision framework for website rescue: when to fix what you have versus when to rebuild from scratch, covering cost, time, and long-term value.

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8 minute read time / 967 words

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Budgeting for website projects

A guide to budgeting for website projects, covering what costs to expect, hidden costs, and how to plan for ongoing expenses.

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5 minute read time / 633 words

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Checklist: before you launch a new website

A practical pre-launch checklist for new websites: content, forms, performance, accessibility, SEO, and testing before going live.

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6 minute read time / 730 words

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Choosing a web designer vs developer

A guide to understanding the difference between web designers and developers, when you need each, and how to choose the right person for your project.

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6 minute read time / 701 words

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How to brief a web designer or developer

A practical guide to briefing web designers and developers: what to include, how to structure it, and how to set up projects for success.

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7 minute read time / 897 words

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Redesign vs refresh: when to rebrand vs when to tidy

A decision guide for redesign vs refresh: when to rebrand completely versus when to tidy and improve what you have, covering cost, time, and outcomes.

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8 minute read time / 963 words

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Ten things to check before you hire a web developer

Ten things to check before you hire a web developer: portfolio, process, accessibility, performance, support, and what's included.

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5 minute read time / 660 words

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