Good Shepherd Web Design and Development

Good Shepherd are Australia’s oldest charity working to support women and girls experiencing abuse and disadvantage.

Good Shepherd provides services and support in the areas of family and domestic violence, financial insecurity and youth experiencing disadvantage.

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URL - Goodshep.org.au

Scope of work: UX/UI Research, Design & Full Stack Website Development / Custom Features & Modules / Developed using Tailwind CSS and ACF / Language Translation / Salesforce Integration.

Platform: WordPress Custom Development

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The Outcome

Streamlining Websites and Enhancing User Experience with Web Design and Development

Good Shepherd Australia and New Zealand, one of our esteemed clients, approached us with a unique challenge – consolidating their 14 websites into a single primary site.

The task at hand required meticulous planning and execution to ensure a seamless transition and improved user experience. Through extensive research and the application of cutting-edge web design and development practices, we were able to deliver a successful solution that met stakeholder expectations.

Conducting Client Research for User-Centric Design

To lay the foundation for a user-centric design, we conducted thorough client research to gain insights into the target audience’s needs and preferences. By creating detailed personas and experience maps, we developed a deep understanding of the users’ journey and pain points. This research guided our design decisions, allowing us to prioritize key features and functionalities that would enhance the overall user experience.

Prototyping and Design Validation

Using the insights gathered from client research, we produced a range of prototypes, starting from low-fidelity wireframes to high-fidelity interactive designs. This iterative process allowed us to refine the user interface (UI) and gather valuable feedback from real clients. By validating the final design through usability testing and client engagement, we ensured that the website design met the highest standards of usability and exceeded client expectations.

Seamlessly Implementing Good Shepherd’s New Brand

Good Shepherd’s new brand identity was a crucial aspect of the website’s development. We worked closely with their team to seamlessly integrate the new brand elements without compromising the user experience (UX) of the website. Our focus was on maintaining consistency across all touchpoints while enhancing the visual appeal and functionality of the website.

Selecting the Most Suitable CMS Solution

A comprehensive technology assessment was conducted to identify the most suitable content management system (CMS) solution for Good Shepherd’s website. Our team analyzed various CMS options, taking into account factors such as scalability, flexibility, and ease of use. The chosen CMS provided the necessary foundation to efficiently manage and update the website’s content while meeting the specific requirements of Good Shepherd.

Development and Feature Implementation

With a tight timeline of just a few months, our team worked diligently to develop the final website solution. We seamlessly integrated several tools and features to enhance the user experience and provide valuable functionality. Some notable features included:

Service Locator: A tool to help users easily find Good Shepherd’s services and programs in their area.
Multilingual Support: Ensuring accessibility for a diverse audience by offering language options.
Accessibility Tools: Implementing features to cater to users with different accessibility needs, such as text resizing and color contrast options.
Dynamic Content: Enabling real-time updates and personalized content based on user interactions.
Boolean Search: Empowering users to quickly find relevant information and documents using advanced search functionality.
Resources Module: A comprehensive library of resources, publications, and educational content.
Job Board: Facilitating job opportunities and career resources for Good Shepherd’s target audience.
Teams Module: A platform for internal collaboration and communication within Good Shepherd’s teams.

Successful Launch and Robust Security Measures

We successfully launched the consolidated website, meeting the stakeholder expectations for a unified and user-friendly platform. In addition to delivering a seamless user experience, we prioritized website security. The website underwent thorough penetration testing (PEN testing), ensuring that no identifiable risks were found, and providing peace of mind to Good Shepherd and its users.

Conclusion

In conclusion, our collaboration with Good Shepherd Australia and New Zealand demonstrated the power of web design and development in streamlining multiple websites into a cohesive platform. Through client research, prototyping, and robust implementation, we delivered a user-centric website that exceeded expectations.

Good Shepherd now boasts a consolidated, visually appealing, and highly functional website, enhancing their ability to provide support and services to individuals and communities.

The website’s intuitive design and feature-rich functionalities, such as the Service Locator, Multilingual support, and Resources Module, ensure that Good Shepherd’s target audience can easily access the information and resources they need.

At every step of the project, our team worked closely with Good Shepherd’s stakeholders to ensure that their vision and objectives were met. The successful launch of the website on time was a testament to our collaborative approach and efficient project management.

Moving forward, we continue to support Good Shepherd by providing ongoing maintenance and support for their website. Additionally, we are excited to collaborate with them on upcoming promotional and marketing initiatives for their property development projects. Our commitment to excellence and client satisfaction remains unwavering.

In summary, Slant’s partnership with Good Shepherd Australia and New Zealand exemplifies the power of web design and development in streamlining websites, enhancing the user experience, and achieving stakeholder goals. By conducting thorough research, prototyping, and selecting the most suitable CMS solution, we delivered a consolidated website that represents Good Shepherd’s brand effectively and provides valuable tools and resources to its users.

“"Slant Agency is incredible! They took on a huge challenge to redevelop and consolidate 14+ single websites and created an amazing client focused website for Good Shepherd.

Their ability to think outside the square and create a custom solution that exceeded all of our expectations was phenomenal.The entire team at Slant are superb! Their expertise and passion for each client and project is the best that I have ever seen. They are so great to work with. Their ability to adapt and overdeliver, particularly during so many new covid work-arounds was so admirable - I cannot recommend them more and will continue to work with them in the future!"”
Marina LoncaricDigital Marketing coordinator

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   Emily Farrugia 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Slant Agency was a dream to work with. Their team was fast, professional, and incredibly thoughtful in every detail—from the logo design to a user-friendly website that captured my vision. Communication throughout the process was seamless; Prabs was responsive, collaborative, and always open to feedback.
What impressed me most was their ability to combine creativity with strategic thinking. Every design choice had purpose, and the final product not only looks beautiful but is functional and relates back to core business.
I highly recommend Slant Agency to anyone looking for a digital partner who goes above and beyond. Their work exceeded my expectations, and I’m incredibly proud of the brand and website they helped bring to life.
  
 
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   Daniel Gabriel 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We engaged Slant Agency to assist with a website redesign. Prabs handled our call quickly and was very supportive of the changes we wanted to make.  Our website was up and running within 2 weeks. We are extremely happy with his work and would recommend him to others.

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Thank you, Daniel, for your kind words. It was truly a pleasure working with you.
  
 
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   Glen Francis 
 
 
 
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   Daryl YL 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Prabs is a very talented designer. I have worked with him on a number of projects and he is easy to communicate with and understands my needs.

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Thank you, Daryl. It’s always a pleasure working with you.
  
 
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   Rachel Bitzilis 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Prabs and the team at Slant Agency have been amazing to work with and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend their team to similar not for profit organisations that require support with their existing website or whom (like The Cat Protection Society of Victoria), want to invest in a new website. Prabs took the time to really understand our Society- our needs, pain-points with our existing website, opportunities and budget and developed a solution that not only met, but exceeded our expectations. Importantly when operating as a not for profit, he did so within our required timelines and within our budget. Our new website build was supported with comprehensive training which now allows us to manage the bulk of our online needs in-house, helping to minimise the ongoing costs associated with the website.
  
 
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   Simon Mansell 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great job, very happy with our new website!

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Thanks Simon, appreciate your feedback.
  
 
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   Nathan Sitas 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Prabs at Slant Agency helped with the design, consulting and implementing of my business website for My Options Finance.  Happy with the outcome and support provided in going from start to finish on my web project
  
 
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   Suzanne Clothier 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I was fortunate to find Prabs and Slant Agency through a personal referral. Our complex website required attention detail, thoughtful design, and knowledgeable use of applications and options. We are completely delighted with the guidance we received at every step. Prabs has an exceptionally fine gift for helping a client understand the options, and for finding solutions when presented with challenges. And we presented many! The entire process was collaborative in every way, with impressive responsiveness. We look forward to working with Slant Agency in the future on multiple projects. For now, we're enjoying a gorgeous and highly functional site that is earning compliments and attention. My highest recommendation for Slant Agency! He made a complex, time consuming job a surprisingly pleasant experience. Worth every penny! And FWIW, we are in the US. Prabs went out of his way to make the time differences work.

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Thanks a ton Suzanne for the amazing review! It was a pleasure dealing with you and building suzanneclothier.com
  
 
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   Lisa Phillips 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Thank you Prabs for a great design, your inclusions for the price was unbeatable!
  
 
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   Marina Loncaric 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Slant Agency is incredible! They took on a huge challenge to redevelop and consolidate 14+ single websites and created an amazing client focused website for Good Shepherd. Their ability to think outside the square and create a custom solution that exceeded all of our expectations was phenomenal.

The entire team at Slant are superb! Their expertise and passion for each client and project is the best that I have ever seen. They are so great to work with. Their ability to adapt and overdeliver, particularly during so many new covid work-arounds was so admirable - I cannot recommend them more and will continue to work with them in the future!

Owner's reply
Hi Marina, Thank you so much for your kind words. Its been a great pleasure for us to work with Good Shepherd Australia. I believe it was only possible because of the synergy and the effort put in by both teams at GSANZ & Slant. Thank you again.