We cover a few specific areas that web designers (or companies hiring a web designer) need to be conscious of when building a well-optimized website. Search Friendly CMS Many website providers design their sites around a CMS platform or content management system like WordPress or Drupal. CMS software usually includes ‘plug-ins’ for SEO which enable users to write custom URLs, page titles, and meta descriptions. Although these SEO elements are important to have keyword optimized per page, a search friendly CMS goes well beyond what a SEO plug-in can provide. The real difference maker in having a SEO-friendly CMS centers on the coding structure of the website. Some web designers, although creative, will utilize very graphic intensive concepts that can diminish a site’s SEO potential. Others are effective at balancing aesthetics with minimal, search-friendly coding. Below are some considerations while utilizing a CMS for your optimized website: Look for content management sys...