Design Experience
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Ask
to see examples of a company's successful Web sites. Visit their
Web site. Does the site have a polished professional look?
Call or email customers to discuss the satisfaction level with the
designers. What are their support levels after the site went
live. You need to know you can form a long-term
partnership with your Web partners. A seasoned Web company will
have an online portfolio for your review, and will not hesitate to get
you in contact with current clients.
Throughout your investigation remember your company's image is at
stake. Poor design and graphics will reflect negatively on your
business. Do some power surfing; you will gain a discriminating
eye very quickly that will allow you to distinguish the sites that are
professionally produced vs. those where the owners have cut corners.
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Our Design Experience Success
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Online
Experience |
You need a company that is well versed in the
Internet’s culture and jargon. This experience is crucial to your success!
Knowing "computers" does not necessarily translate into knowing what works, for
your specific business on the Web. What industry organizations is the company a
member of? This too will reflect on their level of commitment and professionalism
within the industry.
There are many in this industry that give the impression of knowledge and the perception
of value. Don't be techno-babbled. Anyone can throw up a Web page and call himself a
Web developer. You need to do your due diligence! You need to understand the process and
work with a company willing to mentor you for your Web site's success - period.
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Our Online Experience Success
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Contract |
Contracts are meant to legally protect both companies by
clearly stating each side's responsibilities. Do not work with a company that does
provide you an upfront formal estimate and a legally binding written agreement for your Web project.
Slow responses
to your email inquiries should make you question whether the developer is actually using
the technology that they promote. How can they assist you with your success on the
Web when they do not practice what they preach? This is a big warning signal!
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Our Contract and Business Process
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Browser
Support |
How many browsers and screen resolutions does the designer
take into consideration during the development process?
Did you know that Web sites appear differently depending on software (Netscape, Internet
Explorer, AOL) Operating System (Windows, Mac, Web TV) and the connectivity (14.4K, 28.8K,
56K) of a visitor?
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Our Mult-Browser Experience
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Marketing
and Search Engines |
Registration with top Search Engines and Directories should
be included in the package price. Your Web Site will be literally be a needle in the
great Web haystack without this feature.
Work with a firm that has marketing experience in addition to design capabilities.
The basics of Marketing your site on and off-line will also be included by a professional
company - even after your site goes live. This industry is
literally evolving daily; how will you be kept informed?
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Our Search Engine/Marketing Experience
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Extras |
Make sure you have a discussion on how much changes,
custom graphics, forms, etc. will cost. Many times a low per page price does
not include these items. Ask for a formal proposal; this will give you an inside
view as to their level of experience and professionalism.
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How We Handle Extras
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Hosting |
The Consultant should be well versed in Server options for
hosting your site and should offer you several choices. Do not cut corners here or
you will get what you pay for. Quality tools, technical expertise, and customer
requirements build a strong foundation for the platform you will be running on.
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Our Strategic Partner Hosting Relationships
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Quality
and Reputation |
Quality and reputation take time to build. Look for a
professional, established company that will be around to grow your site. Call the local
Chamber of Commerce and ask about their reputation in the community.
Don't be fooled by the slick consultant who is very good at talking over your head but
cannot meet the criteria on this page. You should investigate the company you are going to
partner with; this is your business we're talking about!
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Our Quality and Reputation Speaks for Itself
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Service |
Effort and time is scheduled to get to know your business
and answer EVERY question you may have. You feel comfortable regardless of your level of
knowledge or experience. Customer service and satisfaction is key! Run from the developer
or firm that cannot or will not take the time to discuss the criteria on this page.
Satisfactory discussions on all of these issues will help insure you are
working with a firm well versed in technology, the industry and committed to your
success. One item omitted indicates you are not getting the total package necessary to
utilize the potential of the Internet for the benefit of your business.
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Our Service is the Key To Your Success
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About IDS 
Innovative Data
Solutions, Inc.
