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Web Applications
Nowadays, many companies provide their users with applications that can be accessed through a web browser. This approach offers many advantages, including:
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Simple rollout: users simply open a web browser and type in the application's URL.
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A familiar user interface: almost everyone is familar with the web paradigm.
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Cross platform: the application can be accessed from a PC, Mac, Linux, ... any computer that has a browser!
Web applications differ from basic websites in that they will be used regularly by the same set of users. This means that, although the disciplines you need from your project team are similar, the user-interface design of a web application should be approached differently.
A common mistake is to think that, because a web application is unlikely to be seen by the general public, less effort can be put into designing its front end.
In fact, as much consideration, if not more, should be given to usability when designing a web application. It is essential that users can complete their tasks quickly and easily, and web application design should focus on helping users achieve their goals in the same way as website design (although the goals, of course, will be different). A consistent, attractive front end will provide your users with a much more enjoyable experience.
Whether your application is part of your intranet or a ‘stand alone’ tool, Bright Interactive has the skills and experience to build and integrate it with your existing applications.