Meat Distributor Website Development

# Website Functional Specification – Section Details

## 1. Technology Requirements

This section defines the technology stack used to build the website.

It includes:

* Content Management System (CMS)
* Website builder/framework
* Database
* Programming language
* Hosting compatibility
* SSL certificate
* Automatic backups
* Staging environment
* Performance optimization
* Security standards
* Future scalability

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## 2. Branding

This section defines your company's visual identity.

It includes:

* Company logo
* Brand colors
* Typography (fonts)
* Icons
* Banner design
* Image style
* Button styles
* Card design
* Page layouts
* Brand consistency

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## 3. Header

This is the top section visible on every page.

It includes:

* Company logo
* Navigation menu
* Search bar
* Contact phone
* Email
* Business hours
* Request Quote button
* Customer Login
* Language selector (future)
* Sticky navigation while scrolling

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## 4. Homepage

The homepage is the company's main marketing page.

It includes:

* Hero banner
* Company introduction
* Featured products
* Product categories
* Why Choose Us
* Company statistics
* Services
* Delivery information
* Food Safety
* Certifications
* Customer testimonials
* Latest news
* Latest blog posts
* Partner logos
* Newsletter signup
* Contact section
* Google Map
* Footer

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## 5. Product Categories

Organizes all products.

Each category contains:

* Category image
* Description
* Product count
* Product listing
* Category filters
* Pagination

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## 6. Individual Product Pages

Each product page displays detailed product information.

It includes:

* Product images
* Image gallery
* Product name
* SKU
* Product description
* Product specifications
* Weight
* Packaging
* Unit
* Country of origin
* Halal information
* Fresh/Frozen status
* Storage instructions
* Shelf life
* Nutritional facts
* Ingredients
* Allergen information
* Product availability
* Related products
* Recently viewed products
* PDF specification sheet
* Request Quote button

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## 7. Search

Allows users to quickly find products.

Includes:

* Keyword search
* Live search suggestions
* Search by SKU
* Search by category
* Search by product name
* Search by brand

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## 8. Filters

Allows customers to narrow search results.

Includes filters for:

* Category
* Meat type
* Brand
* Package size
* Weight
* Origin
* Halal
* Fresh/Frozen
* Availability

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## 9. Customer Portal

A secure area for registered customers.

Features:

* Registration
* Login
* Password reset
* User profile
* Saved addresses
* Saved products
* Quote history
* Order history
* Favorite products
* Account settings

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## 10. Quote Request System

Allows customers to request pricing.

Customers can:

* Select products
* Enter quantities
* Upload documents
* Add notes
* Submit quote requests

Administrator receives:

* Customer information
* Product list
* Requested quantities
* Delivery location
* Notes

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## 11. Contact Page

Provides communication methods.

Includes:

* Contact form
* Sales email
* Support email
* Phone numbers
* Business address
* Google Maps
* Office hours
* Social media links

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## 12. Blog

Used for marketing and SEO.

Includes:

* Articles
* Industry news
* Company news
* Recipes
* Food safety tips
* Search function
* Categories

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## 13. Careers

Allows applicants to apply online.

Includes:

* Job listings
* Job descriptions
* Resume upload
* Online application form

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## 14. Food Safety

Shows your company's quality standards.

Includes:

* Food handling
* Storage procedures
* Transportation standards
* Quality assurance
* HACCP information
* Halal certification
* Best practices

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## 15. Delivery

Explains delivery services.

Includes:

* Delivery areas
* Delivery schedule
* Delivery policies
* Minimum order requirements
* Delivery charges
* Delivery FAQs

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## 16. FAQ

Answers common customer questions.

Topics include:

* Products
* Orders
* Quotes
* Delivery
* Food safety
* Returns
* Contact information

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## 17. Contact Forms

Different forms for different inquiries.

Examples:

* General inquiry
* Sales inquiry
* Wholesale account application
* Supplier inquiry
* Career application
* Customer support request

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## 18. Footer

Appears on every page.

Includes:

* Company logo
* Company description
* Navigation links
* Product categories
* Contact details
* Business hours
* Social media links
* Copyright
* Privacy Policy
* Terms & Conditions

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## 19. Admin Dashboard

The website management area.

Administrator can:

* Manage products
* Manage categories
* Manage customers
* Manage quote requests
* Manage pages
* Manage blog
* Manage banners
* Upload images
* Manage SEO
* View reports
* Export data
* Import data
* Manage users

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## 20. SEO

Improves search engine visibility.

Includes:

* SEO-friendly URLs
* Meta titles
* Meta descriptions
* Image alt text
* XML sitemap
* Robots.txt
* Schema markup
* Internal linking
* Breadcrumbs

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## 21. Security

Protects the website.

Includes:

* SSL certificate
* Firewall
* CAPTCHA
* Spam protection
* Malware scanning
* Login protection
* Daily backups
* Activity logs

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## 22. Performance

Ensures a fast user experience.

Includes:

* Image compression
* Browser caching
* Lazy loading
* Code optimization
* Database optimization
* CDN compatibility
* Core Web Vitals optimization

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## 23. Integrations

Allows future connections with business software.

Examples:

* Accounting software
* CRM
* ERP
* Inventory systems
* Shipping providers
* Barcode systems
* Email marketing platforms

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## 24. Website Pages

Complete list of pages to be developed.

Includes:

* Home
* About Us
* Products
* Categories
* Wholesale
* Delivery Areas
* Food Safety
* Certifications
* Industries We Serve
* Blog
* FAQ
* Careers
* Contact
* Request a Quote
* Privacy Policy
* Terms & Conditions
* Delivery Policy
* Return Policy
* Sitemap
* 404 Error Page

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## 25. Deliverables

Everything the developer must hand over at project completion.

Includes:

* Complete website
* Source code
* WordPress administrator access
* Elementor templates
* Documentation
* Training session
* Website backup
* Database backup
* SSL configuration
* Google Analytics setup
* Google Search Console setup
* XML sitemap
* Mobile optimization
* Speed optimization
* Browser compatibility testing
* Bug fixes during the agreed support period