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Who are these so-called webmasters? What exactly do they do? How do they contribute to the overall effectiveness and performance of a company website?
 
Who are these so-called webmasters? What exactly do they do? How do they contribute to the overall effectiveness and performance of a company website?
 
            
 
            
'''Who are they?'''   
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=='''Who are they?'''==  
  
Web Masters generally speaking, is a term devoted to a person or persons responsible for development and optimum maintenance of a website/s. The word itself usually gives a false impression of the mastery of only one skill [web maintenance]; but it’s actually a collaboration of several skills rolled into one. One can say that in the strictest sense of the word, a Web Master handles all technical aspects of a Web site.  
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'''Web Master''' generally speaking, is a term devoted to a person or persons responsible for development and optimum maintenance of a website/s. The word itself usually gives a false impression of the mastery of only one skill [web maintenance]; but it’s actually a collaboration of several skills rolled into one. One can say that in the strictest sense of the word, a Web Master handles all technical aspects of a Web site.  
 
        
 
        
 
Web Masters must posses several skills and important abilities to properly develop and manage corporate websites.
 
Web Masters must posses several skills and important abilities to properly develop and manage corporate websites.
  
'''What exactly do they do?'''
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=='''What exactly do they do?'''==
  
 
Since Web Masters deal with technicalities of Web Sites, it is but natural that a person who considers himself a Web Master must have certain qualities in order to effectively and efficiently perform his duties in delivering high-quality/high performing sites.
 
Since Web Masters deal with technicalities of Web Sites, it is but natural that a person who considers himself a Web Master must have certain qualities in order to effectively and efficiently perform his duties in delivering high-quality/high performing sites.
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Just like any profession, there are specializations and areas of expertise in this job. Even among their own circle, Web Masters generally have different job definition and job description for their own work. Functions also differ when it comes to scale of work done for the business:   
 
Just like any profession, there are specializations and areas of expertise in this job. Even among their own circle, Web Masters generally have different job definition and job description for their own work. Functions also differ when it comes to scale of work done for the business:   
  
A. Large scale website operation  
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'''A. Large scale website operation'''
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Usually done by a “Webmaster team” – tasked to provide overall site policies and implement:  
 
Usually done by a “Webmaster team” – tasked to provide overall site policies and implement:  
Organization of essential technical resources  
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* Organization of essential technical resources  
Running  new Programs and Web content  
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* Running  new Programs and Web content  
Brainstorm on Web design improvements  
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* Brainstorm on Web design improvements  
  
B. Small/ Medium scale website operation  
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'''B. Small/ Medium scale website operation'''
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Done by one or two Webmaster/s -tasked to:
 
Done by one or two Webmaster/s -tasked to:
Create the Website
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* Create the Website
Upload and run it
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* Upload and run it
Regularly update it according to needs, preferences or applicability in situation for whatever product/service the business is offering.  
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* Regularly update it according to needs, preferences or applicability in situation for whatever product/service the business is offering.  
  
Any of the following jobs may also be considered performing the functions of a Web Master: Technical Communicator, Systems Administrator, Graphic & Media Design Specialist or an Application Programmer. All of which handles a variety of details pertaining to the development and maintenance of company Sites including: security, database integration and programming, design modifications, network and systems administration, maintenance of site maps, site promotion assistance, monitor error logs, report potential problems, check presentation and readability in various browsers on various platforms, verification of live links, provide first-level user support and even a certain degree of business management and customer feedback/assistance.  
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Any of the following jobs may also be considered performing the functions of a '''Web Master''': '''Technical Communicator, Systems Administrator, Graphic & Media Design Specialist or an Application Programmer'''. All of which handles a variety of details pertaining to the development and maintenance of company Sites including: security, database integration and programming, design modifications, network and systems administration, maintenance of site maps, site promotion assistance, monitor error logs, report potential problems, check presentation and readability in various browsers on various platforms, verification of live links, provide first-level user support and even a certain degree of business management and customer feedback/assistance.
  
'''How to Spot a Good Web Master?'''
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=='''How to Spot a Good Web Master?'''==
 
   
 
   
Certain qualities need to stand out if you want to find the right Web Master. Competent Webmaster/s must have: [1] skills in HTML, CGI, JavaScript, Perl, and UNIX [2] savvy understanding of web technology [3] keen eye for detail [4] at least a year of full-time web development experience [5] impeccable communications skills [6] thoroughness [7] acquainted with W3C guidelines [8] exceptional intelligence and professionalism
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Certain qualities need to stand out if you want to find the right '''[http://www.staffoffshore.com/webmaster.htm Web Master]'''. Competent Webmaster/s must have: [1] skills in HTML, CGI, JavaScript, Perl, and UNIX [2] savvy understanding of web technology [3] keen eye for detail [4] at least a year of full-time web development experience [5] impeccable communications skills [6] thoroughness [7] acquainted with W3C guidelines [8] exceptional intelligence and professionalism
  
'''Where to Find Professional Web Masters?'''
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=='''Where to Find Professional Web Masters?'''==
 
          
 
          
 
It is essential for you to have the right person/people for the most important website in the NET – your corporate website. Don’t settle for someone who has doubtful credentials. Web Masters need to be reliable, smart, and easily able to trouble shoot any problems encountered by your site.  
 
It is essential for you to have the right person/people for the most important website in the NET – your corporate website. Don’t settle for someone who has doubtful credentials. Web Masters need to be reliable, smart, and easily able to trouble shoot any problems encountered by your site.  
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In this information age, Web Masters are principal factors in the success of your corporate site. So take note of what’s above and hire only the best and the brightest in this business.
 
In this information age, Web Masters are principal factors in the success of your corporate site. So take note of what’s above and hire only the best and the brightest in this business.
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=='''Links to Article Authors'''==
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* '''[[StaffOffshore.com|Offshore Staffing Solutions]]'''
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* '''[http://www.staffoffshore.com/services.htm High Quality Service]'''
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* '''[http://www.staffoffshore.com/webmaster.htm Proffessional Web Masters]'''

Latest revision as of 01:00, 19 October 2006

Web Masters

Who are these so-called webmasters? What exactly do they do? How do they contribute to the overall effectiveness and performance of a company website?

Who are they?

Web Master generally speaking, is a term devoted to a person or persons responsible for development and optimum maintenance of a website/s. The word itself usually gives a false impression of the mastery of only one skill [web maintenance]; but it’s actually a collaboration of several skills rolled into one. One can say that in the strictest sense of the word, a Web Master handles all technical aspects of a Web site.

Web Masters must posses several skills and important abilities to properly develop and manage corporate websites.

What exactly do they do?

Since Web Masters deal with technicalities of Web Sites, it is but natural that a person who considers himself a Web Master must have certain qualities in order to effectively and efficiently perform his duties in delivering high-quality/high performing sites.

Just like any profession, there are specializations and areas of expertise in this job. Even among their own circle, Web Masters generally have different job definition and job description for their own work. Functions also differ when it comes to scale of work done for the business:

A. Large scale website operation

Usually done by a “Webmaster team” – tasked to provide overall site policies and implement:

  • Organization of essential technical resources
  • Running new Programs and Web content
  • Brainstorm on Web design improvements

B. Small/ Medium scale website operation

Done by one or two Webmaster/s -tasked to:

  • Create the Website
  • Upload and run it
  • Regularly update it according to needs, preferences or applicability in situation for whatever product/service the business is offering.

Any of the following jobs may also be considered performing the functions of a Web Master: Technical Communicator, Systems Administrator, Graphic & Media Design Specialist or an Application Programmer. All of which handles a variety of details pertaining to the development and maintenance of company Sites including: security, database integration and programming, design modifications, network and systems administration, maintenance of site maps, site promotion assistance, monitor error logs, report potential problems, check presentation and readability in various browsers on various platforms, verification of live links, provide first-level user support and even a certain degree of business management and customer feedback/assistance.

How to Spot a Good Web Master?

Certain qualities need to stand out if you want to find the right Web Master. Competent Webmaster/s must have: [1] skills in HTML, CGI, JavaScript, Perl, and UNIX [2] savvy understanding of web technology [3] keen eye for detail [4] at least a year of full-time web development experience [5] impeccable communications skills [6] thoroughness [7] acquainted with W3C guidelines [8] exceptional intelligence and professionalism

Where to Find Professional Web Masters?

It is essential for you to have the right person/people for the most important website in the NET – your corporate website. Don’t settle for someone who has doubtful credentials. Web Masters need to be reliable, smart, and easily able to trouble shoot any problems encountered by your site.

Screening is an essential process when entertaining thoughts of hiring a Web Master or a Web Master Team. That is why majority of the currently progressive enterprise in diverse industries rely heavily in outsourcing firms. Offshore consulting firms will readily and easily screen and provide you with a short list of highly qualified professionals able to meet the usual rigors of maintaining, developing and even outperforming other competitors in internet presence. Not to mention obtaining such quality service within your company budget.

In this information age, Web Masters are principal factors in the success of your corporate site. So take note of what’s above and hire only the best and the brightest in this business.

Links to Article Authors