Choosing a reliable Drupal partner is no easy feat. To ensure that you hire the company that meets your requirements and standards, consider the following factors:
Experience. Obviously, the more experienced the company, the better. Seasoned Drupal development agencies are able to create software products of any complexity. More importantly, their broad experience allows for a deep understanding of their customers and developing solutions with their requirements and product vision in mind. Thus, we recommend that you look for companies with at least 10 years of experience.
Successfully delivered projects. Before hiring a Drupal developer, explore the Drupal projects they delivered. That will give you an idea of how well the company operates and what it is capable of. Also, consider reading reviews about the developer you’re interested in on specialized portals (Clutch, and so on).
Project management and communication. Effective project management and communication are crucial for successful development. Evaluate how the company handles project management, their communication processes, and how they keep clients informed and involved throughout the development process. To do that, we recommend asking for the contacts of the company’s project management and communicating with them.
Pricing. Obviously, the pricing is highly important. Before starting the project, ask the company for a cost estimate. Usually, software development agencies offer multiple collaboration models that directly affect the price. Ask the project manager which collaboration model will fit your project best and help you save development costs. Also, note that development in some countries is more expensive than in others. Many businesses choose developers from Eastern Europe as they offer the best services for a reasonable price.
There are many more factors to consider when choosing a development partner. Learn more in our article on hiring developers for startups.