Planning is just as important in web design as it is in every other project, as without a plan, things can go wrong. It is also important that everyone involved agrees on the plan to ensure that the client communicates their needs thoroughly. Finally, it should be clear what “level” of planning is necessary; too much or too little planning can be detrimental to the project. "
Although the needs of the client should be considered, it is also important to think about the client’s users. Using a site map is helpful in planning how the website will look and what information it contains. Additionally, wireframes assist in understanding how users will interact with the site.
Once the site is fully planned out, there are a few more decisions to make. It must be decided whether the designer or the client will be responsible for updating the site once it is up; if the client does not have the knowledge to do so, it may fall on the designer. It should be considered how to notify the users that maintenace is occurring or has concluded.