Choosing a web designer

When looking for a website design firm for your next project there are a few things that you should look for that help ensure your web development project is going to be a success instead of a nightmare.

Look for...

1) Good communication - if you can discuss and collaborate easily it makes the project run much more smoothly. With good communication from your web design partners designs will better reflect your aims and more time can be spent refining as opposed to reworking.

2) Longevity - we receive too many calls from businesses whose last web designer has packed up and called it a day. It may sound obvious, but ensure that your provider will be there when you need them.

3) Flexibility - no one likes being tied down so avoid propriety systems that will trap you. Look for open source Content Management Systems and use industry standard technologies where possible.

4) A proven record - nothing speaks louder than a portfolio that showcases successfully delivered projects and happy customers.

5) Ease of doing business - fast responses, local offices, all these little factors can add up. If you find it easy to work with someone then that's a great start. If they meet all the other criteria then you're set.