Welcome to our guide for migrating your Junior League website to the ME Public Website platform. We're excited to partner with you in this journey to enhance your online presence. This guide outlines a step-by-step plan, detailing what you and AJLI will do at each stage of the process. Our goal is to make the migration as smooth and straightforward as possible, ensuring your website is up-to-date and ready to engage your members and community.

 

 

1. Pre-Migration Preparation:

  • League: Audit the current website, identifying all pages, content, images, and functionalities.
  • League: Identify key stakeholders and define roles and responsibilities for the migration team.
  • AJLI: Set up a staging environment to preview and test migrated content.
  • AJLI: Define the new site structure, mapping out navigation and hierarchy.
  • League: Ensure a complete backup of the current site is available.

 

2. Content Migration:

  • League: Migrate core pages (homepage, about page, contact page) by copying content to a document.
  • League: Complete the 'ME Public Site Content' document, adding League information as specified.
  • League: Transfer additional content such as blog posts, news articles, and event information.
  • League: Gather high-quality images for the new site and optimize them for faster loading.
  • AJLI: Update internal links to ensure they point to the correct pages on the new site.

 

3. Functionality and Integration:

  • AJLI: Implement key automation features. (Deluxe Sites Only)
  • AJLI: Integrate third-party services like social media pages.
  • AJLI: Test user interactions to ensure forms, navigation, and interactive elements work correctly.

 

4. SEO:

  • AJLI: Update metadata to include appropriate title tags and meta descriptions.

 

5. Quality Assurance and Testing:

  • AJLI: Conduct cross-browser testing to check the site's appearance and functionality.
  • AJLI: Test the site on mobile devices to ensure responsiveness and usability.
  • AJLI: Review content accuracy, double-checking all text, images, and links.
  • AJLI: Validate accessibility to ensure the site meets standards for all users.

 

6. Launch and Post-Migration:

  • AJLI: Schedule the launch for a low-traffic time and officially switch to the new site.
  • AJLI: Monitor the site for performance, user feedback, and error logs.
  • AJLI and League: Update stakeholders about the successful migration.
  • AJLI: Plan for ongoing maintenance, setting up a schedule for regular updates and backups.

 

7. Follow-Up and Optimization:

  • League: Collect user feedback to identify areas for improvement.
  • AJLI and League: Monitor analytics to track website traffic and user behavior.
  • League: Continuously optimize the site based on data and feedback to enhance performance.



FAQ: Site Migration for Junior League ME Public Websites

 

1. What is a site migration?

A site migration is the process of moving a website from one platform to another, in this case, from your current website platform to the ME Public Website platform provided by AJLI.

 

2. Who is responsible for the content migration?

It's a partnership. AJLI will send your League a folder with fillable templates for all core pages. That information will be uploaded for you. Your League is responsible for migrating additional pages and content. AJLI will also assist with technical aspects such as setting up the staging environment, internal links, and key features.

 

3. How do we optimize images for the new site?

Images should be resized and compressed for faster loading. High-quality images should be gathered for use on the new site. Tools like Adobe Photoshop or online image compressors can be used for this purpose.

 

4. What about a site preview?

We will preview and test your migrated content before it goes live. This helps to identify and fix any issues in a controlled setting.

 

5. How do we ensure our new site is SEO-friendly?

AJLI will update the SEO to preserve SEO value and ensure your new site is easily discoverable by search engines.

 

6. What happens after the site is launched?

After launch, it's important to monitor the site for performance, user feedback, and any errors. AJLI will provide ongoing maintenance, and the League should plan for regular updates and backups.

 

7. How can we collect user feedback on the new site?

User feedback can be collected through surveys, feedback forms on the website, or direct communication with members. This feedback is valuable for identifying areas for improvement.

 

8. What should we do if we encounter technical issues during migration?

If you encounter any technical issues, please reach out to AJLI support for assistance at: websitesupport@ajli.org. It's important to address any issues promptly to ensure a smooth migration process.

 

9. Can we make changes to the website after it goes live?

Yes, you can make changes to the website after it goes live. However, it's recommended to plan and schedule these changes to ensure they are implemented effectively.

 

10. How do we stay informed about updates or changes to the ME Public Website platform?

AJLI will communicate any updates or changes to the platform through email notifications, newsletters, or direct communication with your League's designated contact.