Hot on HuffPost Tech:

See More Stories
Free Switched iPhone app - try it now!
AOL Tech

SXSW Report - Start with content, not creativity

A quick look into why content strategy is a critical element in the design process.*


With Web strategy, a nicely designed website can provide great navigation and a satisfying user experience. However, the number one reason people come to a site is content. Content strategy is a crucial step in developing great user experiences. When you blend content strategy and visual design, you can share a message architecture that enables a more cohesive and consistent user experience. How do you "design" great content? Content strategists must be involved at the beginning of the design process in order to help present a unified vocabulary and provide a prioritized list of key messages and goals. By defining this information before design, organizations can save money. In simple terms, words are cheaper than comps.

*Reporting via Seed.com contributor

Tags: content, design, panel, report, seed, sxsw, web

Add your comments

Please keep your comments relevant to this blog entry. Email addresses are never displayed, but they are required to confirm your comments.

When you enter your name and email address, you'll be sent a link to confirm your comment, and a password. To leave another comment, just use that password.

To create a live link, simply type the URL (including http://) or email address and we will make it a live link for you. You can put up to 3 URLs in your comments. Line breaks and paragraphs are automatically converted — no need to use <p> or <br /> tags.