Tools For Building Architectures ?

[marcelo-275398]

Hi Everyone,

first question on here:

Does anyone have any reccomendations for tools that they use to build site architectures ? It's something I would like to improve on.

Thanks,

[PaulRogers]

Hi,

I would recommend either using Excel and just adding hierarchical structure by using 1.0, 2.0, 2.1 etc. This allows use to build on your data in the future (you could add meta content, rankings, volume, traffic details etc.

I would also recommend using mindmeister (free version) and building a map of the website structure.

Paul

[akaigotchi]

For REALLY large sites: M$ Visio. For smaller to intermediate sites I use a mindmapping tool all the time. My favourite ones are:

• Mindmanager Pro
• XMind (free / OpenSource)
• iThoughtsHD (on my iPad, actually my favourite)

If I am not working digitally (which is kinda luring out those interesting ideas in the back of your head) I usually go with a large pile of paper. I write each menu item on its own sheet and lay them out across the floor, walking around those items and constantly improving the order of those. If you really want to get a good overview on what you are doing, this is the best method. Later capture your work with a digital camera and transfer it to a digital tool mentioned above Have fun!

[marcelo-275398]

Thanks everyone, especially for the tips regarding apps for the Ipad.