Question:

What is a template?

Answer:

The Job Shop PowerSites template is the “skeleton” of your website. It defines the physical layout and operation of your site. Your content (text, photographs, colors, and graphics) is added to our template to create a unique website for your business. You save thousands of dollars using our template-based system because we are not re-inventing the wheel each time we build a website.

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What is the technology behind the Job Shop PowerSites website template?

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The Job Shop PowerSites template system is the result of an ongoing collaboration between job shop owners, purchasing agents and software technology professionals. The template system is powered by Microsoft® SQLServer2000™ (database management software) and uses Active Server Pages (ASP) to construct your website on-the-fly from your information in our database. This state-of-the-art technology allows us to create a website that grows in sync with your business at a fraction of the cost of a comparable, traditionally designed website.

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How is Job Shop PowerSites different from the “do-it-yourself” website programs?

Answer:

The difference is in two words: service and results. Job Shop PowerSites is a full-service website development company designed just for contract manufacturers. We create all of your text, graphics and digital photographs. Your website is constructed by competent professionals with a thorough knowledge of your industry. Your completed website is a professional and effective sales tool for your business, and updates to your site are a phone call away. You just don't get there with the one-size-fits-all, do-it-yourself website programs.

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Can I have a Job Shop PowerSites website without the Webmaster Service?

Answer:

No. Our Webmaster Service is an integral part of your Job Shop PowerSites website. The Microsoft® SQLServer2000™ technology that powers your website requires that we host and maintain your website on our state-of-the-art server. Click on the Hosting button for more information about hosting your Job Shop PowerSites website.

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Can I have a custom home page?

Answer:

Yes. Job Shop PowerSites will design a home page for your website that will make a great first impression on your web visitors. Your home page graphic is designed to be eye-catching and to emphasize the particular strengths of your business.

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Are there any extra costs for my website?

Answer:

No. We like to keep it simple. Our one-time website design fee covers the entire cost for the complete design and development of your website including text, custom graphics and digital photographs. Our Webmaster Service fee covers all hosting, content updates, software upgrades, and search engine submittals for your website. There are never any extra fees for the design and operation of your website.

Question:

How long does the interview process take?

Answer:

The interview process usually takes between two and four hours and is vital to the construction of your Job Shop PowerSites website. Our interview(s) with key people in your organization gives us the information we need to build a custom and cohesive website that accurately reflects the individuality of your business.

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What is a domain name?

Answer:

A domain name is the name by which your Internet visitors know your company (jobshoppowersites.com). Your domain name is part of the Uniform Resource Locator (URL) that your Internet visitors enter to reach your website (http://www.jobshoppowersites.com). Your domain name is “resolved”, or translated, on the Internet into a specific Internet Protocol (IP) address (207.178.254.10) that directs your Internet visitor to the computer (server) that hosts your website. Your domain name is like your telephone number on the Internet.

Question:

How do I get a domain name for my business?

Answer:

A domain name must be registered through one of many companies (called registrars) that register domain names. The costs and services vary from company to company. Job Shop PowerSites recommends and uses Network Solutions®, a Verisign® company (www.netsol.com). The cost to register your website with Network Solutions® is currently $35.00 per year with discounts available for multiple-year registrations. Job Shop PowerSites will register your domain name for you at no additional charge.

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What if I already have a domain name?

Answer:

We can point any existing domain name to your new Job Shop PowerSites website by changing the domain name server (DNS) information through your current registrar. It may sound complicated but it's not and Job Shop PowerSites will take care of it for you at no extra charge.

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What if I already have a website?

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Your existing website will remain active while your new Job Shop PowerSites website is being built. When your new site is finished, we change the domain name server (DNS) information through your current registrar. Your old website goes offline and your new website takes its place simultaneously. Job Shop PowerSites takes care of this change for you at no extra charge.

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Can I convert my existing website to a Job Shop PowerSites website?

Answer:

Yes. We can incorporate the text, photographs and graphics from almost any existing website into a Job Shop PowerSites website.

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Can I have animated graphics on my Job Shop PowerSites website?

Answer:

Yes. Job Shop PowerSites can use animated graphics and short digital movies to showcase your capabilities on your website.

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Can I link my Job Shop PowerSites website?

Answer:

Yes. You can link your website to and from any other website on the Internet. Links to your website from another website usually require the permission of the owner of the other website.

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Can I use existing photographs on my Job Shop PowerSites website?

Answer:

Yes. Our high-quality scanning technology can turn any photograph into a digital graphic file. While the quality of the digital image depends largely on the quality of the original photograph, our graphic artists will touch-up and enhance your final online images.

Question:

How do I market my new Job Shop PowerSites website?

Answer:

Your website is a very effective sales tool. There are several ways to market your Job Shop PowerSites website. First, your web address (www.yourcompany.com) should appear on all of your company’s literature (letterhead, business cards, brochures, etc.). Second, send out postcards, letters or emails to all of your current customers to announce your new website. Third, be sure to mention your new website during conversations with current and potential customers and colleagues. Fourth, and most important, make sure your prospective customers know where they can visit your company online by including your web address on all of your promotional materials.

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What about search engines?

Answer:

Here is our two-cents on search engines. If someone is looking for you or someone in your area that does what you do, they will probably find your website on a search engine. If someone is looking for any business, anywhere, that does what you do, they may find you, buried amoung thousands of other businesses around the world. Most search engines now charge you to be listed at the top of their general results list. So, unless you are willing to pay big bucks month-in and month-out, your business will never get noticed in a general search. Bottom line: contract manufacturing is still very much a personal-contact-oriented sales effort. Most buyers have stacks of cards from would-be suppliers and don’t need a search engine to find new ones. Once you make contact with a prospective buyer, your website is the most effective way to get in, present your business and start a communication with a potential customer.

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Does Job Shop PowerSites submit my website to search engines?

Answer:

Yes. Our Webmaster Service includes automatic monthly submittals of your website to thousands of search engines around the world. Carefully chosen html text, keywords and page descriptions help your website get noticed by potential customers looking for your particular products and services. See the question “What about search engines?” for more information.

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Where is Job Shop PowerSites located?

Answer:

Job Shop PowerSites is based in Oak View, California. Oak View is located in Ventura County about an hour-and-a-half north of downtown Los Angeles, just north of the City of Ventura in the beautiful Ojai Valley.

Question:

How long has Job Shop PowerSites been in business?

Answer:

Job Shop PowerSites was conceived during the summer of 2000 and officially launched in January 2001. Our first client’s website went online on June 5, 2001.

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How long will it take to build my new Job Shop PowerSites website?

Answer:

We will need between four and six weeks, from start to finish, to complete your website.

Question:

Do I have to sign any long-term contracts?

Answer:

No. Our service contract is month-to-month. You can terminate your service at any time with thirty days notice to Job Shop PowerSites.

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What does it cost to get started?

Answer:

We require one-half of the website design fee up-front to start building your website. The remainder is due when your website is completed. Special arrangements can be made, if necessary.

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Does Job Shop PowerSites have a satisfaction guarantee?

Answer:

Yes. If, within 30 days of the activation of your website, you are not completely satisfied with the products and services provided by Job Shop PowerSites, we will refund the entire amount of your Website Design fee. Guaranteed.

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How do I get more information about Job Shop PowerSites?

Answer:

Give us a call at 800 430-7536, or email us at mail@jobshoppowersites to request our brochure or to arrange for a free consultation at your facility.

Question:

Can I talk to some current Job Shop PowerSites clients?

Answer:

Yes. Click on the Clients button above, go to any of our clients’ websites, click on their Contact Us button and feel free to call them, or send an email.

Question:

I’m sold! How do I get started?

Answer:

Call Job Shop PowerSites at 800 430-7536, or email us at mail@jobshoppowersites.com to arrange for an appointment at your facility.