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If I counted the number of times we've had marketing and communications executives come to us to re-build their website after yet another frustrating experience with the "in-house development team" we would quickly run out of fingers and hands. Don't believe me, ask your friends, colleagues and family and see what they have to say on the subject.
Though handling web development in-house is rarely successful there are always good arguments for doing it: perceived cost savings; control over IT requirements; brand control; close integration with corporate objectives. Eventually, and I would venture to say inevitably, most website projects end up being outsourced for a number of reasons, some of which include: perceived cost savings; control over IT requirements; brand control; close integration with corporate objectives.
Outsourcing web development doesn't guarantee the process will be without hiccups, but at the very least, if there are hiccups you will have someone to hold accountable. In the best scenario a professional web developer will deliver value above and beyond the cost for their services. Their experience, insight and knowledge is what you are paying for and its worth it to spend the time to find a partner that fits your needs. Additionally, outsourcing web development allows your company to focus on its core strengths, allowing you to do what you do best.
Here are a few things to look for when evaluating a web developer:
- Experience/longevity
- Project portfolio or reference links
- Client testimonials
- Break-down of what you are paying for and what you'll get
Ask to see examples of their past work. Ask for a demo of their software (if they use content management software). Ask for references. Ask about process, how things will work? Find out how many sites they have built.
When you decide on the developer you're going to move forward with make sure you provide them with all the information they will require - design/functionality/architecture considerations they will need to know before beginning the project. And, don't be afraid to ask questions!
Outsourcing web development is a good management decision, and it usually delivers a better and more effective result then you could achieve with an in-house solution.
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Any web project needs to be planned, managed, steered and guided by someone who knows how to plan, manage, steer and guide software projects. If the in-house developers are allowed to set the pace, specs and quality, you’ll end up with the same toss-away software that you’ll get if you let shady outsource partners manipulate the project management.
IMO, when deciding on the team that will build a software project, it is important to begin by assessing the expected leadership with remarkable honesty. If the project manager will not be able to catch the ball every time, then project management decisions will fall on the development team time and again. When that’s the case for a project (95% of cases), then:
If developing in-house, the team brought in must include a skilled project manager, or…
If outsourcing, the outsource company must be well worthy of trust, and proven to be a reliable project management partner that will help lift the project instead of sinking it when the bad weather sets in.
The problem with offshore outsourcing is that I’ve yet to find the outsourcing company that will not lie about their skill level, project management competence, and dedication to quality. Further, it is nearly impossible to hold them accountable once the project does turn into a mess.
Local companies are easier to track, easier to gauge and far easier to hold accountable. Because of these reasons, many local companies have to and will do a much better job by default.
All of the above can be summed up in the simple axiom that continues to hold true time and again: you get what you pay for.