{"id":13605,"date":"2023-09-25T14:07:55","date_gmt":"2023-09-25T13:07:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/verve-design.co.uk\/?p=13605"},"modified":"2023-10-03T16:42:14","modified_gmt":"2023-10-03T15:42:14","slug":"the-vital-role-of-an-account-handler-in-website-development","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/verve-design.co.uk\/the-vital-role-of-an-account-handler-in-website-development\/","title":{"rendered":"The Vital Role of an Account Handler in Website Development"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Web design and development is everchanging and fast-paced, so creating a seamless and successful website demands a cohesive team effort. One of the linchpins in this process is the account handler \u2014 a role that often goes unnoticed but plays a crucial part in ensuring a project&#8217;s success. At Verve, we understand the importance of having an account handler to bridge the gap between clients, designers, and developers. In this article, we&#8217;ll explore why having an account handler is essential and highlight key milestones in the website development journey.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>The Role of an Account Handler<\/b><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Communication Catalyst: An account handler acts as the primary point of contact between the client and the design and development teams. They are skilled communicators, adept at translating complex technical jargon into plain language for clients and conveying client needs and expectations to the creative teams.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Project Management: An account handler keeps a watchful eye on project timelines, ensuring that everything runs smoothly. They manage project budgets, resources, and schedules, making sure that the project stays on track and within scope.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Client Advocacy: Account handlers act as the client&#8217;s advocate within the agency, ensuring that client objectives and preferences are respected throughout the project. They help manage expectations and mediate any conflicts that may arise during the development process.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Key Milestones in Website Development<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Building a website is a multi-faceted process, and an account handler helps navigate through these critical milestones:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Project Initiation:<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meeting the client to understand their goals, target audience, and vision for the website.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Setting project goals, timelines, and budgets.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Planning and Strategy:<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Collaborating with designers and developers to create a comprehensive project plan.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Defining the website&#8217;s structure, content, and functionality.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Design and Development:<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Overseeing the creation of wireframes, prototypes, and design concepts.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coordinating feedback and revisions between the client and the creative teams.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Managing the development process, ensuring coding standards are met.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Testing and Quality Assurance:<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Conducting rigorous testing to identify and rectify bugs, usability issues, and compatibility problems.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ensuring the website functions flawlessly on different devices and browsers.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Launch and Deployment:<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coordinating the website&#8217;s launch, including domain registration and hosting setup.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Monitoring the website for any post-launch issues and addressing them promptly.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Post-Launch Support:<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Providing ongoing support to the client for updates, maintenance, and improvements.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gathering user feedback and analyzing website performance.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>The Account Handler&#8217;s Impact<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The presence of an account handler throughout these milestones significantly enhances the overall website development experience:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Improved Communication: With a dedicated account handler, clients can have their questions answered promptly and updates delivered in a clear and concise manner.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Reduced Stress: Clients can focus on their core business while the account handler manages the complexities of the project, from inception to delivery.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Higher Quality Results: The account handler ensures that client feedback is accurately communicated to the creative teams, resulting in a website that aligns with the client&#8217;s vision.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To sum up, the role of an account handler at Verve is pivotal in facilitating effective collaboration, project management, and client satisfaction throughout the website development process. By serving as the bridge between clients and our designers and developers, our account handlers help turn visions into reality and ensure websites that not only look fantastic but also function flawlessly. If you&#8217;re considering a website project, don&#8217;t underestimate the value an account handler can bring to your team. Contact us today to see how we can make your web development journey smoother and more successful.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Web design and development is everchanging and fast-paced, so creating a seamless and successful website demands a cohesive team effort. One of the linchpins in this process is the account handler \u2014 a role that often goes unnoticed but plays a crucial part in ensuring a project&#8217;s success. 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