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Website Development
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Website Development

Melon delivers functionality, systems, transitions and database solutions which will transform the way you use the web.

These techniques are used to ensure we meet your goals, whether it's making it easier for your visitors to find essential information, to collect, store and share data or to create a bespoke solution via a web application.

Just a few of the advantages and opportunities our technical expertise will deliver for your business include:

  • making it easier for your visitors to find information via search tools and sorting tools
  • collating intelligent data via engaging functionality
  • promoting community activity on your website via blog commenting and forums etc
  • manipulating databases
  • secure login protected systems
  • creating bespoke web applications to solve your business needs

 

Databases

Databases are a fundamental part of the website development process. By storing your website content in this way we can present it, your users can quickly search and sort and we maximise the potential any SEO activity.

You can also have the ability to update the database yourself quickly and easily. Our Engine CMS provides the flexibility to easily add new data, pages and sections as your company grows – saving you time and money.

 

Web Applications

Often our web development skills are used to create bespoke web application which solve a problem for our clients. Although viewed in a standard browser, these appliactions are not designed as websites. We can create ordering and administration systems, feedback and sharing tools, in fact, just about any unique requirement you may have.

This approach can help you save money on standard software licensing agreements and upgrades.

You can enable your users to access information from anywhere in the world and via any device by simply logging in to your secure online application.

 

e-Commerce

The development of bespoke e-commerce solutions allows your business to reduce overheads, increase turnover and reach new markets profitably. From concept, planning and design to logistics and marketing fulfilment, Melon will assist you every step of the way. Melon’s knowledge and application of content management systems, website development and effective design enables us to provide solutions to a wide variety of market sectors. By understanding your business function we can help you to effectively target key markets and sell efficiently using your website. Benefits of Melon’s e-commerce systems include:

  • selling on-line to a worldwide audience 24/7
  • customising shopping baskets
  • managing content for your product and service portfolio
  • automating website updates with minimal effort
  • managing stock levels automatically
  • reducing overheads and shrinkage
  • tracking your orders
  • integrating with payment providers (eg PayPal, Merchant Accounts, Protx etc.)
  • reporting on your financials

 

Maintenance

Keeping your website up to date and frequently adjusting items of content or imagery is important to provide your visitors with a fresh experience each time they visit. It is also important to use a provider or host you can trust and who will get in touch if anything should happen.

Melon’s web team assists you in a number of maintenance tasks:

  • adding new static or content-managed pages
  • adding new features such as user-generated content, animations, videos or interactive pdfs
  • updating of your website to incorporate new technologies
  • redesigning your website to keep it fresh as time moves on or your brand and services change
  • graphical or content changes
  • bug and error fixes
  • on-site SEO amendments