“For those of us who create websites and services, all this leads to a singular conclusion: A million screens have bloomed, and we need to build for all of them.”
- Pete Cashmore, CEO & Founder Mashable.com
“The answer is simple: Responsive Design.”
- Jose Antonio Sanchez, Marketing ManagerUberflip
Was 2013 really the year for responsive web design?
Was 2013 really the year for responsive web design?
How many websites have taken the responsive web design or separate mobile site route?
Was 2013 really the year for responsive web design?
How many websites have taken the responsive web design or separate mobile site route?
Only 6% of top 100 Fortune 500 companies have sites that comply with Google’s mobile requirements.
Responsive Web Design (RWD) Separate Mobile Site
vs.
“By the end of 2013, there will be more mobile devices on Earth - than people.”
- Super Monitoring
Global mobile traffic accounts for
of all web traffic.
- Super Monitoring
15%
All mobile users use their mobile devices as their primary means of going online.
- Super Monitoring
50%
People research before making a purchase using their smartphones.
- Super Monitoring
68%
Why Responsive Web Design?
“Using a single URL for a piece of content makes it easier for your users to interact with, share, and link to your content, and a single URL for the content helps Google's algorithms assign the indexing properties for the content.”
One experience across all devices.
One URL = Seamless web experience for visitors = One pagerank = Good SEO
Why A Separate Mobile Site?
“Good mobile user experience requires a different design than what’s needed to satisfy desktop users. Two designs, two sites, and cross-linking to make it all work.”
- Jakob Nielsen, User Advocate & PrincipalNielsen Norman Group
Find a Nearby Course uses mobile’s geolocation capabilities.
Content is pared down on mobile site to tailor to golfers on-the-go.
Mobile features include Book a Tee Time, Hole by Hole and detailed course information.
Read more about GolfBC’s mobile site.
Two URLs = Custom web experience design only for mobile users + Meet specific goals
Common Criticisms of Mobile Sites
1. Multiple URLs lead to longer load times
2. Inconsistent user experience
3. Complex data management
Which one is the winner?
Let’s consider...
What are the goals of your site?
AwarenessE-commerce
EntertainInspire
EducateConvince
Sell
What kind of web experience do you want to create?
FunInformational
Interactive
The Real Winner is...
It’s a bit anti-climatic but...
Both.
Depends on the needs of your business.
Create a mobile strategy, find who your mobile customers are and create a
customized web experience.
Mobile users today expect a seamless web experience.
● Is the site structured for mobile?
● Can they read it?
● Can they easily navigate through the site on their mobile device?
● Does it have the content they are looking for?
● How fast does it load?
What makes a good mobile experience?
Who a Responsive Web Design is for:
“Businesses that are focused on offering a consistent experience and can plan holistically for all devices with a single team. RWD can be expanded to fit new devices as they emerge, and the single URL is good for linking and sharing articles without confusion or redirects.”
Who a Mobile Site is for:
“Businesses that for any reason need to manage their mobile site independently.”
Credits:
● Building Websites for the Multi-Screen Customer via Google
● Why 2013 Is the Year for Responsive Web Design via Mashable.com
● Only 6% of Top 100 Fortune 500 Companies Have Sites That Comply with Google’s Mobile Requirements via Search Engine Land
● Mobile Site vs. Full Site via Nielsen Norman Group
