Frequently Asked Questions
Why should we hire a
professional web designer?
Many ministries have talented members who can program
websites, however SKWD has a team dedicated to
providing websites that do not just look good but work well.
SKWD's ministry design team will integrate a database
with your site that will allow you to update information through maintenance screens.
Information which is date sensitive will post automatically to your
web site.
How much does web site
development and integration with databases cost?
We approach each web design individually. Our
policy is to offer the best possible website development at the best
possible price. We customize each project to meet your
budgetary requirements. We provide you with a written proposal
explaining every cost before any work is begun. There are no
surprises!
After the web site is
created, who keeps it current?
Our content management system is so simple that just
about anyone can use it. Items that can be updated include banners,
calendars, prayer lists, pictures, sermons, etc. More difficult
updating can be covered under a web hosting and updating plan.
Can you have email
addresses that include your domain name (ministry name)?
The simple answer is yes. Example,
PastorJon@Your-Ministry-Name.com.
Why is a custom website
so important?
There are many online "build it yourself" Christian website companies, some
even cater to churches. While these websites allow for a cheaper initial
cost, they are very limited in their scope and ability. SKWD's development team
works with your ministry to create a unique web page design. How much control will we have over the look and feel of the website
design?
You will have as much or as little control as you
like. The creative process can be time consuming. However, at
SKWD we feel that taking the time to listen to our
customers and seek their input is of the highest importance. Often a
website design will be redesigned, discussed, and then modified up to
two times. Once you are totally satisfied with
the design, a template will be created
Who will
host our web page
once it is created?
SKWD has highly affordable
hosting/management services.
However, you can host your site anywhere. SKWD
will even help you set the website up on your own server if that turns
out to be more cost effective
for you.
If you
desire your own photo to be placed on the site, will it be scanned in or
does it have to be digital?
SKWD's web page designers prefer that pictures be sent
to us in a digital format. We can use almost
every type of digital camera photo format. If your pictures are not
available in this form, we can scan them in.
How long does it take to get a site up?
This depends upon several factors. The type and
size of the site greatly effect the time required. How quickly we
receive the needed information is one of the factors that depends largely on you and your staff.
How
busy we are when you decided to have us start your project also effects
timing. Right now the wait is about 3-4 weeks for us to start your
project, and most
sites take between 2 and 4 weeks to complete.
Where can I go to view web page design examples?
On the top of this page, click on the portfolio menu bar. After
the page is displayed, click on any of the pictures to
view examples of websites we have created.
Do you only design ministry/non-profit websites?
No! Our main emphasis is on the creation of
ministry websites, but we also design and program non-profit and small
business sites.
Can you redesign part of our website or just one
page?
The answer is yes and no. SKWD will
do everything possible to work with ministries where they are.
Technology sometimes limits our designers ability to do that. If a
design is outdated astatically or technologically, it is usually easier
to start over from the ground up. However, our team has had great
success in the past updating and adding additional content to existing
websites.
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