6 Things to Look for in a Web Development Team
Here is a fact that all digital marketing experts can vouch for: A high-quality website designed by professionals can significantly accelerate your growth in today’s digital age.
This blog covers the first step to getting a new or revamped website for your business. Specifically, how does one go about selecting the perfect web development team for the job.
There are hundreds of companies dedicated to building new sites for different businesses. Which one should you pick? Which one will produce a high quality website that will skyrocket your company to new heights? Not all companies can develop effective websites – the types that generate the desired level of conversions!
Some web development teams build websites using online templates with plugins to perform various tasks, like payment, booking, scheduling, etc. Sometimes these plugins will turn out to be incompatible and insecure, leaving you with a broken site.
So, how do you pick the right team for your business? Read on to know the answer.
Factors to Consider When Choosing a Website Development Team
Budget
You should first list web development companies whose prices fall into your budget.
If you are a small-scale company with a tight budget, you cannot expect someone to develop a top-notch site for your business with every advanced feature, without it costing far more than your company can afford. You will need to set down your requirements in a realistic manner.
Once you have a list of potential web development companies, ask each one for a price quotation. Make sure all quotes include the same features and services, so that you will be able to compare the bids properly. See what concessions each one is willing to make for you. You will probably be able to weed out a company or two at this point in time as their bids may not fall within the amount you have budgeted.
Portfolio
There is no better way to judge a company than by the work they have already done. You should always ask for the portfolio of the companies you intend to work with. It will showcases the skills, competence, and qualifications they possess.
Make sure you check out every little detail of their work and let them know what aspects you like or dislike. Their past work can give you a clear idea of what they can do for you and if they are likely to meet your expectations, and also if they are able to deliver the quality of work that you are looking for in the finished product.
In short, make sure the prospective web development company’s style aligns with your own by making sure you like the type of websites they have created before.
Experience
During your search, you will find several web development firms that have just started in the field and worked only on a few projects. Their prices might be much lower than established companies. However, you should remember that hiring someone with little experience might not get you the desired results.
This doesn’t mean you a newcomers cannot produce a quality finished product; it just means you have to be more careful when evaluating them on other factors, like their approach, prices, communication skills, etc.
Similarly, some companies have more experience in developing certain types of sites than others. Think about what kind of website you want and look for a company with more expertise and experience in that category.
An experienced web development company will also be likely to plan ahead, and anticipate what your company will need in the future. By doing so, a lot of future development costs can be reduced as the website is already primed and ready to grow in that direction. If a website is not designed with future growth in mind, it is highly likely that you will be completely re-developing the website in a couple of years, once your company has outgrown it. An experienced team can develop your website, while anticipating future growth and needs, and save you a lot of time, effort, and money in the long run.
References & Testimonials
Here is another effective tool to judge what it is likely to be like to work with someone!
References from clients, suppliers, and other people in the industry can help you find the right team quickly. Word-of-mouth already backs up a company’s reputation, decreasing the risk of them not meeting your expectations.
It’s also helpful to see what the previous clients of an organization have to say about them, both positive and negative. Client reviews and testimonials are usually available on the company’s site. You can even personally contact the company’s existing clients to discuss their experience.
Flexibility
With business dynamics changing rapidly, it is crucial to find someone flexible to work with – someone who can accommodate reasonable changes throughout the development process.
Although web development projects are usually mapped out early on, you might want to improvise to some extent later during the process.
If you work with a rigid team, they might reject any sort of change you want, or offer to include them for an additional fee. Hence, make sure you ask prospective web development companies about the extent to which they are open to changes.
Timeline
Your expected launch date becomes a significant factor in selecting a web development firm. Are you in a rush to have your website running or are you able to be a bit flexible and take things a bit slower? When launching a new business or produce there are generally other things that you are trying to line up, so making sure that whichever web development team you hire can meet projected deadlines can be an important consideration.
Every professional has a different approach to web design and development and they usually follow different timelines to develop websites. You should find a company that agrees to deliver the website within your expected timeframe.
Your Search Ends Here!
Are you searching for a web development company with the qualities mentioned above? Don’t hesitate to contact our team to turn your dream website into reality.
