Surprisingly, local Web developers say, a lot of companies don't think through their Web site needs before they walk in the door of an agency. He just stared with a blank expression. Even companies that typically take a strategic approach to their operations often don't develop a business plan or mission statement for their Web sites before investing large sums, other Web developers also say. They should never do that. Determining goals Knowing what you want the site to do is crucial not only to your own bottom line, but also to choosing the right Web-site developer to do the work, said Brisotti.
Some companies specialize in static sites, others in e-commerce.
Some work only on a long-term contract basis, while others will build a site and then get out of the picture. Before seeking proposals from Web development companies, the first step most companies need to take is to know the goal for the Web site. Similarly, Brisotti said, a company should have a clear idea of what its budget is. Costs of Web development can vary greatly. It's more the vision of the people that's important to us.