Beta test version of Web site in soft launch

Following the latest quarterly meeting of the VSSN Steering Group, the latest steps in the emergence of the Network's own Web site were unveiled. Plans for the Web site have been under way since VSSN began the process of formalisation in 2002. A "beta test" version has recently been evaluated by Steering Group members, and has now gone live for the world to see.

The organisation is committed to a relatively low-key approach to its electronic activities, though, in the interests of sustainability. As VSSN Web Officer Nick Plant explained, "the Web site will rely on voluntary effort in the immediate future so we can't afford to be over ambitious". Nick therefore appealed for all organisers, and as many members as possible, to contribute their own material and make suggestions on continuous improvement of the new Web site, and has designed it in order to encourage this active participation by Network members.

Meanwhile, a logo for VSSN is being sought and alternative designs are being evaluated. Feedback on the candidates is welcome.

Please submit comments or feedback by following the Contribute link at the foot of any page on this site, or by emailing webofficer@vssn.ac.uk. More details can be found by exploring the Web site further. The Help page provides further details on the site, including development plans.