It can be time-consuming and challenging when running a business by yourself. Because you can’t be an expert at everything, finding a trustworthy partner is one of the earliest things that you should plan for your startup or expanding your current business. Technology is constantly on the move, and your business must keep up if you want to stay ahead of the curve. And it’s a very time consuming task to find a trustworthy technology partner. Although the internet has made it easier, you should consider some questions below in the article before making the final decisions.
A technology partner could be an individual or company responsible for expertise and directions related to all IT technical work. Most of the time, the technical partner comes with the team because there is so much to do. They help organizations implement and optimize your IT systems. These partners are tech companies that work together to build products like apps, system integrations, and plugins.
When you choose the right technology partner, your business will get a leg up in the competition, and you’ll be in a position to grow exponentially. The right partner will grow with you, and provide immeasurable value. Here are some of the biggest benefits of choosing the right partner:
- Reduced operating expenses
A great tech partner will strive to provide you with cost-effective solutions without cutting corners. When you reduce operating costs, you can put that money towards business growth instead.
- Streamlined workflows and efficiency
Every department in your business can benefit from a strong partnership. When the right software solutions are in place, it means each department is operating in the most efficient way.
- Greater security
While technology can help businesses stay competitive, it can also make them vulnerable to unforeseen dangers. A solid technology partnership can protect your business from those who may want to target it. They can increase IT system security to prevent breaches or hacks.
For some big benefits above, let’s dive into some questions and suggestions before making your final decision.
1.Are there any barriers in communication or language between both?
Communication is the first element you have to check and ensure about your future partner. Through some calls and meetings with them, you can partially appreciate it. And it’s great if they have deep understanding about your business in a short time and have no difficulty in talking to each other. Promptly responding is a plus point. For instance, the company or individual should answer the emails and all queries on a priority basis.
2. Don’t forget to ask for their testimonials and samples.
Always keep in mind that before hiring someone, ask for testimonials and samples of past projects. In this way, you will not have doubts about abilities and experience. Testimonials are more truthful because they are provided from people who had made relationships and cooperated with the technology partner. Moreover, check the social media platforms to know more about their credibility and working culture.
3. Does their expertise and experience suit your business?
When considering a partner, look at their areas of expertise. Have they worked with businesses in your industry before? If they have experience in the same or similar industry, it may take them less time to get up to catch on your needs. How many years of experience do they have? What kinds of technology do they specialize in? Do the answers to these questions match the needs of your business? This should be carefully considered because it affects the quality of the project as well as the completion time and cost.
4. Are they creative and out of the box thinking?
It’s hard to realize an innovative technology idea if your tech partner has conservative thinking and has a mind in the box. Technology is an industry with fast moving and needs to update frequently. And this is what makes your business grow and gain differentiation in the market. So creativity is an important factor of your future partner if your plan contains innovative elements.
5. Ensure that their offer and price are fit for your budget.
The most important factor impacting directly on your expanding plan is expense. Of course, choosing the cheapest options isn’t always the best path to take. But cheap and cost-effective aren’t the same thing. Weigh the services you’ll be getting against the price you’ll be paying, and look at the value that each potential partner would provide. Ask for estimation in regard to certain services. If they are upfront and transparent about estimates and work hard to maximize the services you receive for the price you pay, it’s a good sign that they will make a great partner.
The technology partner is a strongly important matter because the future depends on this decision. So, if you don’t know where to start, let’s talk to SETA experts via contact@setacinq.vn. We would be able to consult with you and suggest various solutions tailor for your business. Being able to select the right partner who has the experience, build things in the budget and meet deadlines under pressure would be very effective in the long term.
SETA International is one of the leading software solution providers in Vietnam providing one-stop software development services with high quality, efficiency and competitive cost; and being trusted by international clients for the past 14 years like Amazon, Pfizer, American Airline. We provide IT consultation and IT outsourcing services for AI, VR/AR, IoT, mobile, web and cloud.
