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Khulisa Management Services
Khulisa Management Services, based in Washington, USA and Johannesburg, South Africa, is a professional services firm providing clients around the world with monitoring and evaluation, research, learning (MERL), and information technology services.

USA & South Africa
Washington, DC & Johannesburg, Gauteng
Link
Website: khulisa.com
Project Overview
Khulisa Management Services, a leader in Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, and Learning (MERL), sought to revamp their website to better reflect their global reach and diverse sector expertise. The main objectives were to enhance user experience, improve project visibility, and align the site with their international brand identity.
Process and Implementation
Steps Taken
- Proposal and Consultation: We prepared a detailed proposal and conducted initial consultations to understand Khulisa’s needs.
- Design Options: Multiple design options were created to align with Khulisa’s vision.
- Development: Using Adobe Photoshop, Adobe XD, and a robust CMS, we developed the website with PHP, CSS, and JavaScript.
Ensuring Alignment
Throughout the project, we consulted the brief and sought feedback from Khulisa to ensure the website met their core values and audience objectives.
Collaboration and Communication
We maintained effective collaboration through fortnightly meetings and frequent email feedback loops. Task management was streamlined using ClickUp, ensuring clear communication and project tracking.
Process and Implementation
Outcomes and Results
Key Improvements
- A sleeker, more mobile-friendly design
- Enhanced project and map functionality
- Faster load times and improved navigation
Impact
The new website has made it easier for users to interact with Khulisa’s content, receiving positive feedback from the team.
Client Feedback
Khulisa expressed their satisfaction with the process and final product. The founder commented, “Wow my first view and response is great work!!!! Very elegant, functional, and professional looking! Great Work Team!”
Lessons Learned
We faced challenges with formatting the map but overcame them through innovative solutions. Regular in-person meetings proved invaluable for a project of this scale, and asking more questions facilitated better outcomes.
Visual and Technical Aspects
The redesign emphasized a modern aesthetic with improved usability. Before-and-after visuals highlight the transformation, showcasing the enhanced design elements.
Future Plans
Kemoso has proposed ongoing maintenance services, including:
Backups: Reliable, incremental backups with off-site storage.
Uptime Monitoring: Immediate notifications for downtime.
Functionality Updates: Regular updates with safe restore points.
Security Checks: Daily scans to ensure site cleanliness.
Performance Checks: Daily performance monitoring.
Analytics: Comprehensive traffic and visitor reports.
SEO Ranking: Keyword tracking and competitor analysis.
Broken Link Checks: Regular scans for broken links.
Monthly Reports: Detailed monthly reporting.