Without a website you are subject to only being seen by local potential customers. A website can open you up to Domestic and International sales depending on your product or services.
Frequently Asked Questions About Websites
- WHY IS HAVING A WEBSITE IMPORTANT?
- What OTHER SERVICES DO YOU OFFER?
LD Consulting has been helping start up businesses, non-profits, and e-commerce companies for over 20 years. We can assist with:
- Hosting and Email Package
- Print Materials
- Package Design
- Content Creation
- Social Media Monitor/Creation
- Barcode Integration
- Newsletter Templates
- Social Media Templates
- Stock Suggestions (for products)
- Custom Features or plugins
and so much more.
- HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO BUILD A WEBSITE?
Completion of a website depends on a whole lot of factors. If you need specific custom functionality, if you are providing content or we are creating it, how much content or if you have/want e-commerce all factors.
We ask you to fill out our questionnaire to get a feel for your project and determine a timeline as well as delegate responsibilities to you the customer as well as our team. We like to be completely clear on what is expected from both parties. We will keep you updated on our progress and give notice with any issues that may effect the timeline established.
For an estimate, once started a website for a small business may take around a month to 6 weeks to complete including testing, and launch.
- DO YOU PROVIDE HOSTING?
Yes. We know sometimes it’s a struggle to keep up with everything about a website. Knowing what hosting package is needed, security, and updates can be overwhelming. LDorsey Consulting can does provide packages that will assist with hosting, emails, ssl, and maintenance if needed.
- WHAT IS SSL?
SSL stands for Secure Socket Layer and is a security protocol which enables your customers to access your website securely. When accessing a site which has SSL a customer will notice that the web address begins https:// rather than http:// (note the “s” stands for secure). This means the customers interaction with your website is encrypted and information they have entered can’t be stolen by hackers.
To be seen as safe on Google and other search engines, websites which use https:// may notice a boost in their ranking over a non secure website. Websites that are not secure on Google’s Chrome browser will not let you access the site without a stern warning. You may see either the word “secure” or an “I” at the start of the web address. Customers will have more confidence in clicking on or checking out on your site if it is secure.
- WHAT KIND OF BUSINESSES DO YOU WORK WITH?
We work with a broad range of company types but focus on helping small start-ups, nonprofits, business-to-consumer and more. We have worked across many industries (technology, food, apparel, travel, health + beauty, camps, finance, arts, and more.)
Over the years, we’ve helped businesses improve customer service practices, market their products, and attract new customers. Our team takes the time to get to know your industry, organization, and competitors to ensure your site supports all of your goals.
- CAN YOU HELP CREATE CONTENT FOR MY WEBSITE?
Yes. We can include copywriting and editing in your proposal if needed. If it is a weekly or monthly need for a blog site, we do have referrals we can provide you.
- CAN YOU HELP ME SOURCE PHOTOS FOR MY SITE?
Yes! Some stock images may be included in your package or proposal but we will help you source stock photos from royalty free sites if needed. We also have photographers and videographers available to produce custom photography and videos for your website and social media.
Frequently Asked Questions About Social Media
- HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO BUILD A WEBSITE?
Completion of a website depends on a whole lot of factors. If you need specific custom functionality, if you are providing content or we are creating it, how much content or if you have/want e-commerce all factors.
We ask you to fill out our questionnaire to get a feel for your project and determine a timeline as well as delegate responsibilities to you the customer as well as our team. We like to be completely clear on what is expected from both parties. We will keep you updated on our progress and give notice with any issues that may effect the timeline established.
For an estimate, once started a website for a small business may take around a month to 6 weeks to complete including testing, and launch.
- WHAT IS SSL?
SSL stands for Secure Socket Layer and is a security protocol which enables your customers to access your website securely. When accessing a site which has SSL a customer will notice that the web address begins https:// rather than http:// (note the “s” stands for secure). This means the customers interaction with your website is encrypted and information they have entered can’t be stolen by hackers.
To be seen as safe on Google and other search engines, websites which use https:// may notice a boost in their ranking over a non secure website. Websites that are not secure on Google’s Chrome browser will not let you access the site without a stern warning. You may see either the word “secure” or an “I” at the start of the web address. Customers will have more confidence in clicking on or checking out on your site if it is secure.
- WHAT KIND OF BUSINESSES DO YOU WORK WITH?
We work with a broad range of company types but focus on helping small start-ups, nonprofits, business-to-consumer and more. We have worked across many industries (technology, food, apparel, travel, health + beauty, camps, finance, arts, and more.)
Over the years, we’ve helped businesses improve customer service practices, market their products, and attract new customers. Our team takes the time to get to know your industry, organization, and competitors to ensure your site supports all of your goals.
- CAN YOU HELP CREATE CONTENT FOR MY WEBSITE?
Yes. We can include copywriting and editing in your proposal if needed. If it is a weekly or monthly need for a blog site, we do have referrals we can provide you.
- CAN YOU HELP ME SOURCE PHOTOS FOR MY SITE?
Yes! Some stock images may be included in your package or proposal but we will help you source stock photos from royalty free sites if needed. We also have photographers and videographers available to produce custom photography and videos for your website and social media.