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Need To Change Web Design Companies

Posted by lstevens on 6/2/2008 at 11:15 AM ET 500 Points
We've finally had it with our current web design company's inability to fix bugs. We are looking at a new company who says they can work with what we've got, but we are nervous that the discovery time will cost us a bundle. It's not an easy job because we have several inter-related databases and the back end is built on ASP.net. Can any one recommend a web design firm? Any recommendations on how to cut down discovery time?
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  • Posted by Jay Hamilton-Roth on 6/2/2008 at 11:28 AM Accepted
    Save time by asking for recommendations from organizations that have sites similar to yours, but are in different niches (so there's no conflict of interest).

    One simple suggestion is to transition to a CMS-based site, so you can update content yourself and separate out the web design component.

    Email me off-forum. I'd be happy to recommend some great firms.
  • Posted by AdsValueBob on 6/2/2008 at 12:28 PM Accepted
    If your site has inter-related databases then:

    Fact - any company worth their salt will have discovery time and it will cost.

    Fact - go into the new relationship with a long-term approach - not quick fixes on the cheap.

    Fact - you will need changes in the future - you want a dependable company that will involve themselves in the idiosyncrasies of your entire system, look out for your best interests while being respectful of your budget.

    You don't need to contact me off-line. I'll tell you that www.BarakHosting.com is that company. They have a very successful track record of recovering and enhancing complex sites from other companies that haven't been able to take care of their clients properly. They specialize in robust database sites. In addition, their full range of other services and performance proves they are a top-notch company.

    Just tell them that AdsValue sent you (yes I am serious)

    Sincerely,

    Bob
  • Posted on 6/2/2008 at 5:32 PM Accepted
    You can try https://www.andigo.com/. I know they also do content management systems.
  • Posted on 6/3/2008 at 4:18 AM Accepted
    yes... you want a content management system on your site. Dont' accept anything less.

    and you're in a raw situation. Because you seem to be in a rush and that means more mistakes.
  • Posted on 6/3/2008 at 7:13 AM Accepted
    I think if connecting databases is your problem then SAP system offers a very good platform for system and database integration. Plus, it has a relatively higher compatibility with the company's external web-site.
  • Posted by lstevens on 6/3/2008 at 8:42 AM Author
    Thank you for all your feedback. we have several good prospective providers to go forward with now.
  • Posted on 6/3/2008 at 8:56 AM Member
    We are web development firm that has developed many sites that involved inter-related databases with back-ends being built in ASP.net. We have extensive experience developing CMS for various types of businesses.
    I welcome the opportunity to speak with you off-line and learn more about your specific needs and set up a demo of our CMS.

    DAY Vision Marketing
    Tel: 610.403.3999 | www.dayvision.com
  • Posted by joshnason on 6/3/2008 at 10:38 PM Member
    Amplifystudios.com. They handle web dev (sites, apps) and work in ASP.net.
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