Project Lifecycle and Process

Pixelgate Media uses the following process to fulfill clients projects.

	Step	Client Action	Client Benefit
1	Kickoff consultation	30 minute phone call	Better idea of how to work with a web developer. Beneficial to verbalize client’s web strategy
1b	Scoping Session - Optional	Client meeting	Session focused on project direction and marketing strategy. Duration varies based on project and client needs.
2	Create base website on Openhill platform	Client can easily add custom content to website	No cost to client. Website immediately functional and editable before design is applied
3	Create project overview document	Client approves project overview Pay initial retainer (10 hour increment)	Clear direction for project
4	Design mockups	Collaborate on design direction	Client can see what website will look like before the theme is built
5	Apply approved design to website	Approve design or provide feedback for next iteration
6	Cross-browser testing		Ensures your website looks professional no matter what popular browsers your visitors use
7	Website editing training	Participate in a 30 minute training	Learn to edit website going forward
8	Website backup training	Participate in a 5 minute training	Learn to easily export your design, your content and your data which allows you to quickly get your site up and running on any CMS platform
9	Strategy consulting (optional)		We can work with you to make your sites come alive with engaging and interactive content
10	Search engine optimization (SEO)		Sites on the Openhill platform are highly optimized for search engines

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