- Introduction
- Phase 1: Defining the Project
- Phase 2: Developing Site Structure
- Phase 3: Visual Design and Testing
- Phase 4: Production and QA
- Phase 5: Launch and Beyond
- Prepare for Scope Creep
- Track Your Hours
- Get Signed Approvals
- Combat Content Delay
- Incorporate Smart Design
- Incorporate Usability Testing
- Conduct a Competitive Analysis
- About this Article
Track Your Hours
In general, organizations that track their hours and usually know where their budget stands and how it is being utilized are profitable. Those that don't track their hours either aren't profitable or are lucky. Establish a method for tracking hours... and then actually, truly, diligently track those hours. Time tracking is critical for both design firms and in-house departments; it helps you track profitability and keep team members accountable for their projected hours (and your projected budget).