Web Development Services - What’s Hot and What’s Not

Posted by Simon Watson
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Apr 5, 2016
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It seems that, every day, there is a new agency claiming to offer the best web development services around. Given the speed and simplicity of starting such a business these days, it’s all too easy for pretty much anybody to cite themselves as a web development guru, taking your cash and offering a lacklustre service in return. So, how do you spot the good from the bad? When it comes to web development services, what should you be on the lookout for? And, just as crucially, what warning signs should send you running for the hills?

A good web dev team…

... listens and talks - As with any successful relationship, when it comes to listening and talking, it’s about balance. It’s imperative that the agency you employ for web development services can listen to your requirements, taking on board your individual preferences, needs, style, etc. However, equally as important is finding a provider that can bring something to the table in terms of new suggestions and ideas - areas that you perhaps hadn’t considered or had thought of in a different light. Finding this balance will ensure that the web development services you receive are a good combination of what you need - and what you didn’t even know you needed.

… recognises the difference between a fad and a trend - When it comes to finding reputable web development services, you’d expect - as standard - that your chosen provider would be up to date and even ahead of the curve when it comes to trends in web development. This is most definitely a positive as it ensures that you’re receiving the most up-to-date service with the latest techniques and approaches. However, the best web dev teams can see the difference between a costly flash-in-the-pan fad that will quickly be surpassed and a genuine new technique that will support you in achieving your objectives. Don’t be swayed by a web dev team that wants to use your organisation as a ‘guinea pig’ for the latest craze.

A bad web dev team…

… will steamroll your website - Just as a good provider of web development services will listen to your requirements yet make relevant suggestions, a bad web dev team will go ahead with exactly what they want. Forget your individual objectives, these teams want to develop your website in their own vision - whether that’s with app overload, a layout that doesn’t suit your brand or anything in between, avoid providers that are more concerned with creating their own style - rather than supporting you in achieving yours.  

… can often be the cheapest - Whilst this is not a hard and fast rule, it is important to consider the phrase, “you get what you pay for” when it comes to finding professional web development services. Whilst you should always request a breakdown of costs and be happy with the price before proceeding, know that, if the price seems too good to be true, it probably is. Be sure to ask for case studies and examples of past work before signing on any dotted line.
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