Initial planning, communication of goals, intent, and ideas, ongoing communication of project status, and providing content to the designers all make it possible to get a web project done in a timely manner. This most important phase can save a lot of time and headaches. It is imperative that time be spent on mapping out deadlines, the scope of the content, and what resources will be needed by both the client and the designer. There are many sorts of deadlines that are involved in the creation of a web site.
Some sites have a few pages of content to put online.
Others have hundreds. Others have a few static pages but also need 200 products put online. Knowing what resources are needed and which are readily available ahead of time will make things easier. If the client is willing and able to take photos for the web site, this can save time and money. Clipart, typography, and stock photography may need to be ordered.