Archive for March, 2007
Microsoft Exchange Alternatives: What to look for
Posted by Mark Stosberg on March 30th, 2007Microsoft Exchange is a common choice for organizations looking to share contacts and calendar events internally. It also works as a central mail server, allowing emails with large attachments to be sent around internally as well.
There are two major problems with Microsoft Exchange as a solution.
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Contracts Offer Clarity
Posted by Jane Holman on March 1st, 2007Why should you sign a contract with your web developer before they begin work on developing your web site? In a world where expectations are often fluid, it’s a simple way to prevent misunderstandings. Contracts protect both you and the developer by stating, succinctly and clearly, what work will be performed.
In his article “Web Design Contracts: Why Bother”, Nick Gould expands upon six items that should be detailed in that contract. Those include:
- an overview of the services that will be provided,
- a process description of those services,
- deliverables,
- ownership,
- pricing
- payment terms
It’s best for both parties if everyone is clear about what is and what is not included in the proposal. If you don’t understand something in the contract - ask!
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