Professional Web Design For Websites That Work!

A mobile website is exactly the same, in principle, to any other website, but there are four key differences:

1. A mobile phone has a much smaller screen than a PC screen, therefore a mobile website needs to be optimised to fit the smaller, narrower dimensions of a mobile phone.
   
   
2. Mobile phones come in all shapes and sizes and so screen dimensions differ. Again this is completely different to PC desktop websites that can be developed in one standard size. This means that mobile site design is a little more challenging in order to deliver websites that will display properly on any sized screen.
   
   
3. 3G (third generation) mobile phones today enjoy greatly increased download speeds than their older predecessors. However in most cases this is still slower and certainly less predictable than PC-based broadband. Mobile websites must therefore be optimised for easy and fast downloads on slower mobile connections.
   
   
4. Any company that has both a PC Desktop and Mobile website will require specific coding to allow each site to identify what platform the visitor is using to view their site. This allows each site to ensure the visitor receives the best experience for their platform by directing them to the correct site automatically.

There are two critical elements required for a successful mobile website. Firstly you will need to register a .mobi domain name and as these are non-restricted (unlike .ie domains), you should register your .mobi domain asap even if you do not intend to embark on a mobile web site design in the near future.

Secondly, you will need to engage with a knowledgeable and professional mobile web development company that understands the issues associated with mobi design, as highlighted in the section above.

Every business needs a website these days and despite the fact that the concept of mobile websites is relatively new, literally any company can benefit from having a website designed for mobile phones. Consider the following simple examples:

• Estate Agents - can post the latest hot properties.
• Car Dealers – can post the deal/s of the week.
• Fitness clubs - can post class schedules.
• Restaurants – can post seasonal menus/weekly specials.
• Locksmiths - can list after-hours contact numbers.
• Plumbers - can list rates and hot line numbers.
• Bars – can promote theme nights and new cocktails.
• Hairdressers - can post the latest treatments & offers.
• Gift shops - can run weekly coupons.
• Local newspapers - can offer a sponsored news digest.
• Tourist Attractions - can post opening times, directions and special offers.

This would make your important customer and promotional information available to people on the move. So as you can see, it's not just large corporate companies that can benefit from a mobile website.