FastBytes has product offerings in the following areas:

• E-commerce Web Sites
• Web "Applications"
• Web-Based Training
• Web-Based Simulations
• Intranet Development
• Information Technology Consulting

We will design and test your web site so that it performs well across all versions of the main Internet browsers, computer platforms, varying screen sizes, modem speeds, and monitor resolutions. We can include any photographic content that you provide to add visual interest, additionally utilizing our graphic library as a visual resource where appropriate. You will have visual access to the off-line design-in-progress throughout the development of your site to enable us to work together more effectively during the development process.

We are committed to your Internet success. We believe that every business solution is different requiring a flexibility and a willingness to meet each and every one of our customers requirements. Your business needs are unique: this applies to your web-presence as well as to every other facet of your business. Accordingly, we believe that web-page design and development should be done on a contract basis. Once the scope of the project is determined, a firm contract price will be established, enabling you to plan your business solution properly. 

In our initial work with you we will clearly define your goals, and then together we will establish your visual identity by designing a home page that clearly and effectively communicates who you are and what you do, reflecting the image of your company. Each user will be able to navigate directly into whichever area is applicable to them. Each of these subdivisions will be individually designed to reflect its unique characteristics, while remaining cohesive with the overall site design. 

We will design and test your web site so that it performs well across all versions of the main Internet browsers, computer platforms, varying screen sizes, modem speeds, and monitor resolutions. We can include any photographic content that you provide to add visual interest, additionally utilizing our graphic library as a visual resource where appropriate. You will have visual access to the off-line design-in-progress throughout the development of your site to enable us to work together more effectively during the development process.

FastBytes' process is what sets us apart from our competitors. FastBytes employs development processes that are highly systematic. Why? Systematic processes insure our customers consistent quality at reasonable costs within established time frames. Here are some of the tenets of the our philosophy:

• Design Phase - Design and planning are the most important parts of any FastBytes project. FastBytes will often dedicate more than 50% of a project cycle to this phase. Here's why:
  • Standards - FastBytes uses tried and true forms for documentation and communication. All terminology is documented and agreed upon.
  • Clear establishment of roles and responsibilities - FastBytes customers don't like surprises. Everyone will know exactly what they need to do to create a quality product and meet deadlines.
  • Comprehensive objectives - FastBytes objectives clearly define the outcomes of every part of a development project. Our objectives relate not only to the product, but the target audience for the product and the product's desired effect on that target audience. Also clarified with the objectives are any technical constraints placed upon the product, and any future developments related to the product.
  • Detailed planning - Attention to detail in the project design phase insures that the customer knows in advance what they are getting. This high level of detail aids FastBytes in both the Production and Quality Assurance phases of the project.
  • Pre-testing - Any custom functionality is tested thoroughly during the design phase to insure that unexpected holdups or design changes occur during the Production Phase.
  • Comprehensive documentation - All designs are documented. This again insures that there are no surprises.
  • Constant communication - FastBytes insures that our customers fully understand the product they will receive and the current state of the project.
• Production Phase - The Production phase of any development project should simply follow the blueprints laid out during the Design phase. FastBytes works diligently to uphold the quality of our productions through the following production standards:
  • Modularized Customization - Modularized Customization is a hallmark of all FastBytes productions. It is the methodology we use to assure the highest quality at the lowest cost and in the shortest amount of time.
  • Teamwork - Each FastBytes developer on a project is fully aware of and dedicated to the objectives of the project.
  • Regular communications with the customer.
  • Adherence to standards - Standards insure quality and rapid development.
• Quality Assurance - FastBytes uses a standardized Quality Assurance methodology, detailed here:
  • Ongoing quality checks - Quality Assurance doesn't only occur at the end of the development cycle. It occurs in all phases of product creation.
  • Use of exhaustive, standards-based Quality Assurance scripts and checklists.
  • Clearly defined revisions - Any potential revisions are clearly defined, communicated to the customer, and agreed upon.
  • Final customer sign-off - The final delivery of the product will meet all objectives laid out during the Design phase. The customer has the final say-so on whether or not those objectives are met.

 Modularized Customization

Modularized Customization is the hallmark of the FastBytes Process. It is what makes it possible for FastBytes to deliver such high quality products at low cost and in short periods of time. The following are the basic tenets of the Modularized Customization system:

• All functionality is created as a stand-alone, yet integrateable module. Whether the module is a button, an entire user interface, a web access function, a database, or whatever, it is a module.
• The module can be tested alone so that any problems are discovered and rectified early in the development process.
• Modules are designed for customization. Each module meets a strict set of standards that make it easy to make minor changes. This makes it a simple process to make changes to the visible portions of the application.
• Most modules are pre-built and pre-tested. This means that the customer can simply choose the functionality to be included in the application, and FastBytes simply assembles the application based upon those choices. The result: Very rapid development.
• New modules can be built to specification if necessary. Typically, a customer will want one or two highly customized functions. This becomes particularly necessary when new technologies are to be integrated into the application (Note: FastBytes is vigilant when it comes to staying abreast of new technologies).
• The combination of pre-developed yet customizable modules and newly created modules allows FastBytes to meet the most aggressive of deadlines while insuring the highest quality standard. The final result is a unique application that is developed quickly and meets all agreed upon standards.

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