How not to get lost among studios

[BorisBritva]

The US web development market is very vibrant right now, with tons of companies, and at first, it's hard to figure out what to focus on. I first look not only at the portfolio but also at how the studio explains its processes: communication, stages, deadlines, who's responsible for what. When you start breaking it down point by point, the phrase - choose a web development company in the USA no longer seems like abstract advice, because you can see where chaos lies and where a structured approach lies. I've also started paying attention to how honestly they talk about limitations and risks, not just the benefits. I feel like the market is maturing: there's less talk about a "beautiful website" and more about the product, analytics, and support. Do you have a checklist you use to screen out studios before a meeting?