Let’s take a concrete example. * An open source cms is content management software where authors make the source code public, to encourage independent programmers to make changes and extensions to it<\/em>.<\/p>\n We answer this question by explaining how it works<\/strong>, in a nutshell, to make a <\/strong>standard website:<\/p>\n While the skill of the agency<\/strong> can obviously affect the definition of the areas of the site, the structure of the content, and any copy, the difference in price<\/strong> can be determined by the choice of<\/strong> using a graphic template purchased<\/strong> from, for example, WordPress<\/em> or by making a custom ad hoc template<\/strong>. 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\nMario Rossi<\/em>, owner of an artisan business with good prospects, wants to make or carry out a redesign of his website.
\nHe turns to multiple web agencies<\/strong> to create his<\/strong> website.
\nIt brings home several quotes, which involve a similar structure (a standard website that presents the company, services offered, products, and shows contact information), the same content management software (e.g., the an open source Cms* such as WordPress or Magento<\/em><\/em> ), but significantly different prices.<\/p>\nWhy should Mr. Rossi reason and not dismiss the least economical choice out of hand?<\/h4>\n
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\nFor the unfamiliar, a template, simplifying, is a graphic template, a structure, an outline showing the various areas of the website that are to be filled with content later.<\/p>\nThe differences between a purchased template and a custom template<\/h3>\n
Template purchased<\/h4>\n
\nA purchased template may have built-in plugins in it that will be very useful to Mr. Rossi (e.g., newsletter, a slider to emphasize images on the homepage, a particular way to present products or commercial offers). It will almost certainly have responsive graphics and will have been tested for compatibility on major browsers and devices. Of the most commonly used purchased themes, there will probably also be guides or video tutorials to explain their use and management.<\/p>\n
\nThe costs will be different, but probably so will the materials, finishes, and how the dress will fall on us.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
\nBut if, as Mr. Mario’s company grows, new services, needs, opportunities are added, it is not certain that the template purchased can meet this need for compatibility with the new plugins or code that one would like to include in the website.
\nFinally, among the disadvantages to be added to the list<\/strong>, we have the security issue: the operation of the purchased theme and related plugins might show issues, because the upgrade and compatibility of them is not carried out by the developers.<\/p>\nCustom Template<\/h4>\n
\nBut it also means making a website, conceived, designed and designed for the client<\/strong> and his needs<\/strong>. Able to change<\/strong> and evolve over time.
\nIf the goal is to do communication, to tell a story, to translate a background, ignoring this stage of graphic design could be a serious mistake.
\nThus, summarizing the advantages<\/strong>, we note exclusivity and graphic and functional customization, capable of updating over time. Disadvantages<\/strong> include higher cost and time for implementation.<\/p>\nWhat Neikos Digital Agency thinks<\/h4>\n
\nFor some projects with budget constraints<\/strong> and clients who do not want further development<\/strong> (and who are aware that for different specific needs you will have to start over, setting aside the work done), the purchased template solution is certainly attractive.
\nIt is a practical and cheaper choice than the custom template, allowing to have a simple, yet still efficient product that can test the company’s potential in the target market and better understand whether more customized and high-performing business solutions should be adopted.
\nOn the other hand, if instead you have growth ambitions<\/strong>, if you want to a custom-shaped instrument<\/strong>, capable of To tell the story of the company and to follow it over time<\/strong>, always managing to find the suitable solution to business changes, as well as those caused by thetechnological advancement<\/strong>, the choice can’t help but fall toward a custom template.<\/span><\/p>\n
\nBut if you are clear about the scenario, you can make reasoned and probably better decisions.<\/p>\n<\/h3>\n
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