Friday, 27 June 2014

How to Hire SharePoint Branding Services

The main role of a SharePoint developer is to solve business problems. When looking for SharePoint branding services, choose a company whose focus is on meeting the needs of your business. SharePoint development strategies and methods can generally be divided into three tiers. While some companies may specialize in first-tier (web interface and client software development), you want a provider that has ample knowledge of all stages of SharePoint Development to make sure that they can cater to all your business' needs.

First-tier SharePoint development largely focuses on web interface and client software development. They use web interface to create taxonomies for business objects, installs and configures applications and solutions, create user experiences using pre-made scripts and web parts, builds information panels, and so on.

Middle-tier SharePoint development uses more specialized tools along with various scripting and markup strategies in order to develop solutions. It is concerned with script development, which makes products more flexible and customizable. When hiring SharePoint branding services, look for a company that offers this level of skills in order to generate business-specific solutions.

Third tier SharePoint development is mainly focused on creating WSP solution files and managing code solutions using various advanced tools. While these three tiers are not mutually exclusive, experienced SharePoint developers and service providers know when to utilize each tier when required. For instance, a middle-tier developer may create a prototype for solution taxonomy prior to building a web part to display/manage that particular taxonomy, while a first tier developer may utilize SharePoint Designer to create or modify scripts and style sheets to build sites. Just the same, third tier developers often start projects by prototyping the program/solution in the first tier. Find a service provider that offers expertise in all stages of development to make the task easier and ensure a well-rounded final product.

Friday, 16 May 2014

Why customers should have an option of interviewing candidates over video or Skype before they engage with the vendor in offshoring?

Gone are the days where offshoring was seen just as a cost saving measure. More and more companies have started to realize the benefits that offshoring can offer them and have continued to invest in offshoring.  Companies realize the importance of offshoring in meeting their deadlines, which seemed a strenuous task previously as they had to depend on their in house developers for all their development works. With offshoring, they have a set of additional developers who can work as an extended development team of their own and the fact that offshore developers work round the clock only benefits them even more.

Though more companies have started investing in offshoring, there are still a lot of companies who are still skeptical about offshoring, more so because they come across a lot of companies offering offshore software development and also due to their past bad experiences.

It is important for both the client and the offshore vendor to build the trust between them even before beginning to work and this is where technologies like video conferencing helps the cause. It is very important that the client has a few video conversations with the vendor even before starting off with any work. It helps break the ice initially and creates a healthy environment. Also gives the client a better understanding of the vendor, helps in understanding the skills and communication of the offshore developers.

It gives the client the much needed confidence and the trust in the offshore vendor. In most cases, candidates/ developers are being hired just by their resumes and on the word given by the offshore vendor, which isn’t bad but it’s not as good as interacting with the candidate in person. At the same time it is not feasible to arrange a face to face interaction between the client and the candidates and this is where video conferencing facilities like Skype and other applications come into play. Candidates could be interviewed by the client through video calls which gives them a better understanding of the developers. It serves as a proactive measure to spot issues, if any, earlier rather than taking reactive actions after something has happened during the development stages.

Thursday, 30 January 2014

The advantages of having an offshore software development company in India

India is one of the fastest growing economies in the world with a stable IT industry. The flourishing IT industry in Indian economy makes it a perfect destination to expand your global business and its operations. Setting up an offshore software development company in India is comparitively simple and it involves a lesser budget due to lower rental space, IT asset prices, and manpower. Though perfect planning is crucial when it comes to setting up an offshore software development company in India.

The outsourcing companies you choose as your offshore software development service provider must have vast industry experience and sound product knowledge. Look for the online software development service providers in India to learn in detail about the complexities involved in setting up offshore software development companies in India. These consulting companies not only offer you perfect consultation, but they also help you in establishing and maintaining an offshore company with maximum professionalism.