Over 30 graphic designs already! Website redevelopment update.

Hi Arlis/ANZ Members

Here is the latest news regarding the website redevelopment project.

Initially the Arlis/ANZ Web Team (Kelly McKeon, Luisa Rossitto and myself) were the main stakeholders managing the project. However, in recent weeks we have brought Cheryl Stevens (National Secretary), Pamela Martin (National Treasurer) and Bill Hood (journal Editor) on board, as we quickly realised that the student teams were asking detailed questions regarding communication, record keeping, membership documentation, financials and payments, and production of the journal, that we just couldn't answer fully on our own. It is very possible that the group may expand again to include more key stakeholders - as the project progresses and we learn more about what is involved.

Hopefully in a few days we'll be able to show you some of the website designs that the student teams have come up with, and get your feedback - a sort of 'Arlis Idol' where you can vote on your favourite design!

Until then, I can report that what we have seen from the students so far has been spectacular!

There are three student Teams working on our website redesign.

To date we have seen two site prototypes, and have login access to one, so that we can try out the site structure and test functionality. We've also seen in excess of 30 possible graphic designs! and expect to see even more in the next week.

So that the students can get on with the job and meet their assessment requirements, we are making some initial decisions on preferred designs and site structure. However, after the students complete the requirements of their unit, there will be time and space for us to take a breath, and check where we're at before making any further decisions on final design options or possible implementation.

Of course, we welcome feedback, comments or questions from any Arlis/ANZ member or position holder at any time. And if you would like to be more involved, or know of a key stakeholder whom we should be including in the process - please get in touch. Just contact either Kelly, Luisa or myself.

cheers
Ellen