Grounded In Reality

It seems Web 2.0 services are appearing all the time, and it is often difficult to take note of them all.  Jumpchart is one service that has caught my attention.  If you plan or develop Web sites, you know how lengthy the mapping process can be.  After creating the initial structure (“wireframes”) and sitemap, there are usually multiple rounds of revisions and adjustments before the architecture is agreed upon and finalized.  It seems I always end up spending more time than I should making revisions.

Until now, I have yet to find a tool that makes developing wireframes simple.  Jumpchart seeks to make the process quick and painless.  With Jumpchart, you can create website navigation with the click of a mouse.  Content can be added by copying and pasting.  A client can actually click through the proposed website, rather than trying to visualize it on paper.  Based on the level of access they are given, clients can view, make comments, or even change content.  I get excited when I find new tools that improve efficiency and make my work easier.  Jumpchart is definitely a winner in a slew of Web 2.0 wannabes.