Topic: 100% flash vs 50/50 flash/html

Hi guys

I am replacing the old designer on a project for a friend of mine. I am learning to ask my self the initial question "What is goal of site and what technology makes the most sense."

As of now there are lots of things I need to improve (overall speed, smooth out transitions, many links are incorrect or don't work, etc.). Now the site is 100% flash, and I am thinking its not necessary b/c there is a lot of text which will be updated few times a month. But then again I could have an html page that feds into the .swf file.

I was thinking of keeping the navs off to the left side in flash and making the body of site html. This way it downloads a lot faster in browsers and easier to update.

I would appreciate any thoughts that could help me make a decision before I begin.

Thanks!

My philosophy is, use [x technique] when and where it clearly enhances the communication goal, and no simpler method is available.

(Easier said than done...but used as a sort of mantra, it becomes words by which to design)

I worked for several years as Director of Morning and Weekend News for an ABC station. That rule is something the Production Manager drilled into me every bloody day. He was, of course, right; regardless the medium.

ok mobril I agree. using flash just to use it makes no sense and cameron has told me so . . .. now I know he is correct!