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Website Design and Development Services

Brochure and E-commerce Websites That Convert

Your website is the first impression you make on your customers, and their initial source of information about you. Magnetic North provides website design and development for small brochure sites through large e-commerce solutions. We provide solutions using market-leading CMSs such as WordPress, Shopify, and Magento. For larger projects, or for those with initial ambiguity, we use our unique three-stage process of Discovery, Scope, and Delivery. This allows us to take an initial spark of inspiration and, with your input, create the website your business needs to stand out. Every project at Magnetic North has a dedicated project manager to simplify communication. Your project manager will be in touch through every stage of the project process and is ready to answer any questions you have. Magnetic North is here to craft a website that is engaging, informative, and will leave a lasting impression on your clients.

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Our Proven 3-Stage Process

Magnetic North follows a structured, three-stage process to move from initial discovery to successful website launch. Each stage is designed to reduce ambiguity, build clarity, and establish alignment between all parties before development begins.

stage 1: discovery

Stage 1 is a high-level discovery phase where we work collaboratively to define the goals and scope of the project. This stage allows us to define the important details to deliver a budgetary figure for the project. Considerations in this phase include integration goals, vendor identification for integrations, data integrity, site structure and page count, and recommended CMS.

Deliverables:

  • Paid engagement with documentation of project goals and high-level scope
  • Statement of Work and projected budget
  • Clients may stop after this stage or proceed to Stage 2

stage 2: scope

In Stage 2, we expand the Statement of Work to bring definition to the issues identified in Stage 1. We will analyze and map processes and select vendors for integrations. We will conduct a detailed data review and establish a data plan with responsibilities identified. During this phase we also wireframe important pages in the website to determine the features and functionality. At the end of this stage, we will deliver a statement of work with a project price.

Deliverables:

  • An expanded Statement of Work that includes:
    • Site Map 
    • Process Flows
    • Wireframes 
    • Detailed Project Specifications
    • Project Price

stage 3: delivery

The final stage of the project, Stage 3, is when we execute on everything we’ve defined in the previous stages. This includes designing, developing, and QA of all pages and functionality in the website.

Deliverables:

  • Visual design using existing or new brand assets
  • Parallel development and data migration
  • Final deliverable: new launched website!
“Magnetic North's attention to detail throughout our project was truly exceptional. From the earliest planning stages to the final delivery, their team consistently demonstrated a keen eye for precision and thoroughness. Whether it was refining the user interface for optimal usability, meticulously optimizing the website's performance for swift loading times, or ensuring seamless responsiveness across all devices, Magnetic North's commitment to perfection was evident. Their dedication to pixel-perfect design, rigorous quality assurance, and a relentless pursuit of flawlessness contributed significantly to the project's success. Magnetic North's unwavering focus on even the smallest nuances not only elevated the aesthetics of our website but also enriched the overall user experience. Their attention to detail isn't just a skill; it's a testament to their dedication to delivering excellence in every aspect of their work, and we couldn't be more satisfied with the results.”
- Tom Dever, Dojo Five
“Magnetic North's attention to detail throughout our project was truly exceptional. From the earliest planning stages to the final delivery, their team consistently demonstrated a keen eye for precision and thoroughness. Whether it was refining the user interface for optimal usability, meticulously optimizing the website's performance for swift loading times, or ensuring seamless responsiveness across all devices, Magnetic North's commitment to perfection was evident. Their dedication to pixel-perfect design, rigorous quality assurance, and a relentless pursuit of flawlessness contributed significantly to the project's success. Magnetic North's unwavering focus on even the smallest nuances not only elevated the aesthetics of our website but also enriched the overall user experience. Their attention to detail isn't just a skill; it's a testament to their dedication to delivering excellence in every aspect of their work, and we couldn't be more satisfied with the results.”
- Tom Dever, Dojo Five

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Other Agencies

Choosing Magnetic North over other marketing agencies means opting for a collaborative experience where your ideas are heard. Unlike the one-size-fits-all approach, our unique three-stage process ensures your site is properly and fully scoped before development begins, which minimizes your risk for project extensions and overruns.. With MagNorth you’re a partner in a collaborative venture, guided by a dedicated project manager and transparent communication.

In-House Marketers

Partnering with Magnetic North as opposed to tackling the project in-house means accessing a depth of expertise and resources often beyond the reach of internal teams. In house teams are rarely dedicated to the effort, and with conflicting priorities projects are often delayed. With a dedicated project manager and open communication, we offer efficiency, creativity, and results that can be challenging to replicate in-house.

Freelancers

Choosing Magnetic North over freelancers provides a more structured approach to design and development. While freelancers might offer talent, our team brings together diverse skills, a structured process , reliability, and continuous support with open lines of communication. Post-project support is rarely consistent with freelancers.

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FAQs

What is your approach to website design and development?

We start every project by understanding our client's business and workflows. We identify your goals for the site in design, conversions and integrations.  

Can you explain your project management process, including timelines and milestones?

Weekly check-ins, set due dates before project start, and regular scope check-ins.  

What is your process for user experience (UX) design and testing?

We ensure your new website is optimized for user experience on both desktop and mobile. We test all form submissions and integrations. We test transactions for successful payments as well as tax integration and financial reporting. User acceptance testing (you) is a final step prior to going live.

How will we communicate throughout the project, and who will be our main point of contact?

You will be assigned a project manager who will be your point of contact throughout your project. We will communicate over email, phone calls, and weekly check-in meetings.