One way to reduce operating and management costs is by outsourcing projects. Sometimes, when the companies’ internal teams can’t accomplish the task or content the market needs, these companies spend a lot of time, money and effort. IT Staff Augmentation is an alternative for adding expertise at a lower cost.

How do you know if Staff Augmentation is the right model?

• If you are looking to develop a website or mobile app to cover a business demand and it is a short term developed project.
• If you are working on a project that requires special knowledge
• If there are skills gaps in a business and they are recognized

What do you need to do before choosing this model?

You have to assess the recruitment processes, assess staffing needs, verify expertise, knowledge and technical skills. After that, research what the communication methods are. Also, identify cultural and linguistic differences and finally, know how they supervise the quality and deliveries. Now you can recognize what to assess in your next partner.