Web sites frequently contain material which would be appropriate in a printed form, but needs to be adapted for presentation on the web. Producing web pages is apparently so easy that it may not be subject to the same quality criteria that are used for other forms of publishing. Successful web development requires the combined skills of domain expertise, HTML, graphic design and web usability. Due to limitations of space, the reader is referred to the reference links for the rationale for the individual design guidelines. These should drive an iterative process of design and evaluation, starting with partial mock-ups and moving to functional prototypes.
Continued usability requires subsequent management and maintenance.
This could include disseminating information, positioning in the market, advertising services, demonstrating competency, or providing intranet services. Identify responsibilities for achieving quality and usability objectives, and estimate the resources and budget for these activities. Define key scenarios of use Describe specific examples of people accessing the site, and what they want to achieve. These will help prioritise design, and should be the focus for evaluation. Site Structure and Planning Structure information so that it is meaningful to the user.