Your union can manage a website internally, work with an outside provider or combine the two. The useful comparison is who will handle the build, content, member tools and ongoing maintenance—and what each option includes.
At-a-Glance Comparison
| Question | UnionCoded packages | In-house approach: establish before deciding |
|---|---|---|
| What does the launch build include? | 10 pages with Core; 20 total with Advanced or Ultimate. | Which pages can staff build, and what outside work is needed? |
| What are the charges? | Current discounted setup: $697 / $997 / $1,497. Monthly: $79 / $149 / $197. | Account for staff time, hosting, software and specialist help. |
| Who updates content? | Staff can edit; Advanced and Ultimate include managed content updates. Ultimate receives priority handling. | Name the editor and a backup person. |
| Which member tools are included? | Features depend on package; compare the published inclusions. | Identify the tools needed, their licenses and who maintains them. |
| What customization is included? | Core branding/colors; Advanced four total hours; Ultimate eight total hours. | Agree the available skills, time and scope. |
| What about backups? | Weekly with Core/Advanced; nightly with Ultimate. | Assign responsibility and confirm the recovery process. |
| When do we launch? | Timing is confirmed for the project. | Plan around available staff, content and approvals. |
| When is payment due? | After launch; monthly billing starts on launch day. | Depends on the services and providers selected. |
When managed content updates may be useful
If your office has limited time for routine website changes, managed content updates can be a useful part of the decision. Advanced and Ultimate include unlimited monthly content-update requests. Custom development is scoped separately.
Which package fits your union?
Choose Core for everyday news, events and officer information. Choose Advanced when you also need member resources, custom forms, restricted pages and managed content updates. Choose Ultimate when you need the Advanced features plus email broadcasts, payments, an online store and priority managed content updates.
Compare packages or Request a Quote to discuss your union’s website. For a breakdown of the budget, read How Much Does a Union Website Cost?