Submitted by: Maria K Ahmed

Having the right website can be the difference between make or break for any business which is why it is of great importance to ensure that you have chosen the right web design agency. With so many leading website specialists now offering a variety of services; how can you be sure you are making the right move that is best for your business?

Over the past few years, there has quite clearly been an evident rise in the number of users and businesses now actively engaging on the internet. It may seem like a common and rather obvious statement but we are now, more than ever an internet obsessed world. Take the Mary Portas review- a detailed and concise analysis of the struggle of the Great British High Street in which Portas herself had no option but to declare that the internet has and is still playing (no exact figure available) a rather domineering role in the decline of store front retail.

The rise in popularity of mobile devices and the improvements within mobile technology have now ensured that users are, if they hadn t already been before; actively engaging within online shopping. With these open ended yet somewhat definitive statements, there comes no surprise as to why an increasing number of business owners are making the move and opting for a business website.

The business website has swiftly transformed from the added little extra to the first point of call. For that reason, when looking for the ideal web design agency; specialists will often agree that the first move will be to head straight to the internet and examine the websites of a good number of agencies local to your area. All web design agencies will want to showcase their work, skill and achievements and what better way than to do so with a quality website of their own?

If a website design agency has a poor quality website of their own than this is often an indicator of the design skills available within the firm, probably not a concrete way of looking at it however, I often think that if a web design agency can t focus a little time and energy on their own site then it is indicative of the focus and skill they may portray within other projects. If that is not a firm signal then why not delve deeper into the website and see if you can find a portfolio and links to the services available? Again, web design agencies will know the importance a website can play in scoring the sale and thus will show off their best work and the vast range of services, from eCommerce to SEO Birmingham, Manchester and in-fact nationwide based; that are readily available to aid your business growth.

Remember that there are often two types of agencies out there; the specialists that offer a restricted and focused few service options and the full service agency that offers anything and everything your online needs require. There is no best option but just what is right for your business so identify just what you need before moving forward.

If impressed with the design, portfolio and level of work on offer; I often think the next step will be to check out the web design blog. 99% of sites will have good quality blogs in place and when updated regularly they can be a great platform to display skills and knowledge within a specific field. Does your chosen web design agency have a powerful blog? In fact does your chosen web design agency have an all singing and all dancing website in place?

With so many agencies now ready and raring to offer you services you cannot live without; my most crucial piece of advice would be to shop around. If a website design agency is determined to work with your business they will be more than happy to discuss your options, in-depth and under no obligation, produce samples and even pitch against others!

A website is now, quite possibly one of the most important parts of your business thus making the process of selecting a web design agency may just be one of the most important steps you can take in procuring your brand growth.

Take the time to research your options, start local and spread afield if needs be but keep the needs of your business in mind, source experience and proven ability and skill and you can t go wrong!

Have you found the right web design agency for your business?

About the Author: I have previously worked within journalism, the magazine world and PR and soon realised my passion for writing was all consuming…luckily content is king so the SEO world at

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pulled me right in!

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