How to Measure Website Design ROI
Website ROI is measurable when you track enquiries and revenue — not page views alone. Here’s how SA businesses justify website design spend with real numbers.
Set baselines before launch
Record monthly enquiries, call volume, and revenue from web — even if the old site was weak.
Track conversions
- Form submissions in CRM
- Call tracking numbers
- WooCommerce revenue
- WhatsApp click events
Attribute sources
Google Analytics + Search Console — organic, paid, direct. Ask new clients “how did you find us?”
Calculate simple ROI
(Revenue from web leads − site cost − monthly costs) ÷ site cost. Include hosting and SEO retainers.
Leading indicators
Lower bounce rate, more organic keywords, faster mobile — predict future ROI.
When to redesign
Flat enquiries for 12 months? Redesign signs.
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