AspDotNetStorefront would love to hear from our community: have you utilized a Hosting provider in Australia or the UK that has been fantastic? Let us know because we are looking for new providers that exemplify the following traits:
- Windows NT & SQL Server High Performance Servers
- Willingness to install shopping carts on demand
- Do they offer 24/7 server support
- Are they familiar with the application you are running (AspDotNetStorefront). A host who is familiar with our application can be a real benefit if you ever need assistance
- Timeliness of support responses (if your site is down, you are not making money)
- Performance & bandwidth of their servers and facilities
- Price
- Are they PCI Ready (to leverage our VISA/Mastercard PABP/PA-DSS Certification status instantly!)
- Ability to provide dedicated SSL (Secure Socket Layer Certificates) at a reasonable price
- Ability to allow custom modifications to be made to the server if needed for particular client stores
- Regular backup policies & procedures
- SPAM traps enforced on mail servers to prevent junk e-mails
- Industry standard security policies & procedures at facility
- Can you move up from shared to semi-dedicated to dedicated servers easily as your business grows
- General features offered