// Project Survey

Before we begin.

This information will help guide our engagement. While not exhaustive, these questions will help you think through your project requirements. Database connectivity or e-commerce adds additional complexity — we'll cover those details in our initial consultation.

01 Web Hosting

Points to consider:

  • Do you need assistance with domain name registration and/or web hosting?
  • If you host with Bryntel Technologies, how many e-mail accounts will you need?
  • If you host your site with an outside source, Bryntel will need access to the C-Panel with that service.
  • If the service is an entity other than Bluehost, Bryntel needs to know the specifications — MySQL databases, PHP installation and version information.
  • What are the thresholds for web storage and traffic throughput? (unlimited is required)
  • Does the facility have redundant power, redundant internet backbone access, and access to a live technician on-site?

A note on hosting support:

The person calling support needs to be experienced enough to actually know what's causing the problem before placing that call. Here's why:

  • Hosting companies will never readily admit they are having problems.
  • Server software patches and upgrades are happening 24/7 — many are poorly tested before implementation, creating quirky anomalies in your site.
  • Patches can affect the operating system, web serving software, or environment partitioning. We recommend checking every 18 months to ensure you're on current hardware.
  • Customer density on shared servers affects performance during peak periods. This is monitored in real-time in the NOC (network operations center).

We view Bluehost as a premier provider — they have the best record of addressing problems we've encountered at Bryntel.

02 Content

Points to consider:

  • What content do you envision including?
  • Format of site (custom HTML, mobile-enabled, etc.)
  • Have you looked at other websites for ideas that appeal to you?
  • Do you currently have a web presence? Are you reworking an existing site or implementing something completely new?
  • Bryntel will need access to all locations (old and new), and the domain registration service if different from your current host.
  • Do you have a logo? Will you require additional artwork?
  • Describe any visual elements or styles to use (usually from existing marketing materials).
  • How will text content be delivered to Bryntel Technologies?
  • Will text require editing, formatting, spell checking?
  • How long are the documents, on average?
  • Do you need assistance with copywriting?
  • How many graphics/photographs do you plan to include?
  • In what form can artwork be provided? (.jpg, .png, .tiff, .bmp, etc.)
03 Design Style

Points to consider:

  • Design style/tone? (Conservative, progressive, friendly, formal, casual, serious, expert, humorous, service-oriented, professional)
  • Message you want to convey?
  • Color preferences?
  • Any preferences as to rollover buttons?
  • Menu style?
  • 3D look?
  • Left-hand or top navigation?
  • Target launch date?
  • Factors surrounding this deadline?
  • What will updates and additions likely consist of?
  • About how many updates during the year after launch?

Web Marketing & Promotion:

  • How important are search engine results to your website?
  • Will you need assistance with opt-in e-mail marketing, pay-per-click, or other services?
  • Do you need Google Analytics and/or website statistical analysis?
  • Do you require SEO (search engine optimization)?
04 Copyrights, Trademarks & Disclaimers

These statements can appear at the bottom of each page based on your requirements:

Copyright Statement Example:

Copyright © 2025 (Company Name). All rights reserved. All site contents and their arrangement are copyrighted in the U.S. and worldwide by international treaty by (Company Name), and its suppliers. You may use it as a resource, its intended use, but not otherwise, and may not make full or partial copies except as specifically permitted.

Trademarks Example:

The following trademarks are our property: (List all trademarks). These marks may not be used without our consent on any product or service, except our own, in a manner that confuses consumers or dilutes the distinctiveness of the marks.

Disclaimer Example:

THIS SITE IS PROVIDED BY (COMPANY NAME) ON AN "AS IS" BASIS. (COMPANY NAME) MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AS TO THE OPERATION OF THE SITE, THE INFORMATION, CONTENT, MATERIALS OR PRODUCTS INCLUDED ON THIS SITE. TO THE FULL EXTENT PERMISSIBLE BY APPLICABLE LAW, (COMPANY NAME) DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS AND IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. (COMPANY NAME) WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES OF ANY KIND ARISING FROM THE USE OF THIS SITE.

Ready to discuss your project?

Have answers to these questions? Let's talk. Don't have all the answers? That's fine too — we'll figure it out together.

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