
How to build a business website: decisions before the layout
Set a clear purpose, prepare useful content and agree on responsibilities. Then test the entire enquiry process before launch.

Set a clear purpose, prepare useful content and agree on responsibilities. Then test the entire enquiry process before launch.

Understand what a company website should explain and when a simple page, an online shop or a separate customer system is the better fit.

Build a landing page around one clear offer, answer practical questions before the form and evaluate the enquiries that actually reach your team.

Map questions, evidence and ownership before writing pages. A content plan reveals missing information and keeps vague promotional copy out of the site.

Investigate cost, registration, form fields and payment before redesigning checkout. Learn what to observe, test and measure to remove real obstacles.

Organise photos, dimensions, variations, price and delivery so customers understand exactly what they are choosing.

Review categories, product pages and URLs to remove discovery problems without promising Google rankings.

Generating an interface is easier. Check data, permissions, failures and maintenance before treating the prototype as a working product.

A recommended method for discovery, design, implementation and review, using hypothetical examples and deliveries that can be checked.