Maintenance Software--Plan Ahead to Maximize CMMS Vendor Web Site Visits
David Berger - February 21, 2004

Introduction

The more you feel warm and fuzzy about a company through its web site, the more likely you're going to explore it further. Unfortunately, not all computer maintenance management system (CMMS) vendor web sites are the same. The first potential turn-off is home page response times. If it takes longer than a few seconds to get something on screen, users get anxious. That's why most sites bring up at least a title, framework, and some basic text followed by the progressive filling of empty spaces with buttons, graphics, and further text. The entire process should take only under a minute. Once the entire screen has materialized, users can explore the numerous links. Some sites will show sub-categories as you move the cursor over the main headings...