If you run a small company and want a website for your business, you'll certainly need an experienced web designer. The following are a few helpful ideas and recommendations you should consider when selecting a web designer for your business's site. A few important things you need to be aware of prior to hiring them are listed below:
1. Cost
The granddaddy of all in terms of having a website built. However, everything isn't as it seems. Web design and development is still a hazy area with regards to the price a website costs. It's still possible in today's market to get two quotes for the same project, which differ by thousands of dollars. If, for instance, you were purchasing a physical product that costs money, you could get a different price between buying directly from the manufacturer or a local vendor, however, it's not the same as this.
The primary advice I can provide is that the lowest cost isn't always the most efficient. If someone offers you 100 dollars to create an entire website for e-commerce that integrates via Twitter and Facebook and full Content Management, then alarm bells are likely to ring within your mind. But beware of companies that charge ridiculous amounts. You can get a number of quotes and then look at the mid-point. Consider the four other considerations listed below.
Ideally, you want to have a breakdown of the various elements of the estimate. Most designers and developers will provide a set price for the project based on a defined scope prior to even beginning the work.
2. Location
Engaging with a local designer is not necessary however, it can be helpful. It is invaluable to meet and talk with the designer on a personal basis, write down ideas on paper and assess their capability to meet your expectations. From a design perspective, being able to come to the premises of your business gives us the ability to get a feel for the atmosphere of your company. We look at your products and customers as well as get a feel for the design styles used elsewhere in the business. The website, after all must be in line with the overall branding.
3. Content Management
Since the beginning, website developers make a living from updating websites over the course of their existence. I've spoken to many customers who pay by the pound for small improvements to their websites. I know of a client who has spent more than 200 dollars per month with a previous designer just to add the text and some images every month.
Anyone who is a excellent designer or developer must recommend the use of CMS prior to the beginning on the basis of your project. We offer a powerful Cpanel with all our packages
4. Previous work and recommendations
Developers and designers are best assessed by their prior work and relationship with their clients. So, any site for developers must include a strong portfolio with screenshots, links to live sites and feedback.
5. Timescales
Timing is essential for both the client and the designer. A good Singapore web designer should be able provide you with an idea of timescales. As a buyer, you must know that these times are contingent upon you to an extensive degree. Even the best web designers can't and shouldn't be creating content for your site. They don't understand your business in the same way that you do. You must agree on the timeframes between yourself along with the designer and ensure that each person knows what they need to do. Agree on this in writing (by email) in order to can keep track of this 'project plan'.
The points mentioned above aren't complete, however, based on my extensive experience in the industry, I believe that if you can answer these questions, then the process of selecting the best website designer is less filled by confusion and uncertainty.
