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Escape the web-revamp groundhog day

Written by

Tor Nettelbladt
CEO

Updated on

17th October 2023

Reading time

2 minute read


Escape the web-revamp groundhog day


Written by

Tor Nettelbladt
CEO

Updated on

17th October 2023

Reading time

2 minute read

Stuck in a continuous website revamp cycle? It's time to change your approach! Treat your website as a living, evolving entity that grows with your business, with launch day marking the start of ongoing improvement. Let’s create a resilient digital presence that truly lasts!


When it comes to the process of realizing you need a web update, redesigning it, and launching a new site very often repeats itself. Does this scenario sound familiar?

  • A sudden realization hits: your organization needs a new website!
  • Maybe it’s rebranding time, or the current site just doesn’t cut it anymore.
  • With approvals in hand, the daunting task of redevelopment kicks off.
  • Launch day arrives with a brief cheer, then it’s back to business as usual.
  • Slowly but surely, signs of neglect start to surface on the new site.
  • Who's updating the website, anyway? The responsibility game begins.
  • Fast forward 2-3 years, the site is out of sync with business reality, triggering the need for another revamp.
  • And then... it's back to square one, with the cycle repeating endlessly.

Initiating the Revamp

The journey begins with an approval, followed by assembling a dedicated team ready to dive into the meticulous process of website development. The road is often strenuous, requiring efficient coordination and focused effort to guide the project to fruition. Upon completion, the new site is launched to a short-lived celebration, quickly overshadowed as the daily grind resumes.

The Inevitable Decline

Subtly and steadily, the pristine new website starts showing signs of neglect. Updated product offerings may not be reflected, and staff changes aren't updated. This neglect sets in gently, almost imperceptibly, until it becomes glaringly obvious.

A Fresh Perspective on Website Launch

The outdated design and misalignment with the business eventually drive someone to initiate another overhaul. However, there’s a risk during this renewal. Teams might view the launch of the new website as a final step, a sort of ending, rather than a beginning. This perspective can inadvertently sabotage the process, resulting in a website that is cluttered, confusing, and underperforms its potential.

Conclusion

Breaking free from this vicious cycle requires a change in perspective: viewing the website not as a project with an endpoint but as a living entity that evolves alongside your business. The launch is just the commencement of a process of ongoing refinement and enhancement, a proactive approach ensuring your website remains a true, effective reflection of your business at all times.


Tired of the endless website revamp cycle? Let’s build a website that evolves with your business, ensuring it stays fresh and relevant




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