So far we’ve explored how outsourcing to an established development team provides a higher level of quality, less distraction, and greatly minimizes risks when compared to recruiting resources yourself. Beyond this, there’s an additional advantage I’d like to discuss: access to a complete skill set. Hiring a cohesive team that has precisely the skill set …
Finding people who will make an appropriate addition to your team is a very difficult process. There are so many factors from skill sets, to personality, to relevant experience, and even cultural differences that can affect the success of a new hire. When it comes to recruiting software developers, the task is especially challenging. A …
“Jordan? Really? Why Jordan?” This is the typical response I get when I tell a new friend, prospect, or partner where Integrant’s main offices are located. We are headquartered in San Diego, California, but we opened our first development center in Amman, Jordan almost fifteen years ago. We also have a second development center in …
The market over the last ten years has become increasingly competitive. I believe this trend will continue in next few years and only the best companies will survive. Businesses come and go on a daily basis, but it has become very apparent that the ones who remain are consistently in touch with their customer needs, …
As companies seek to regain some of the ground they lost in the economic crisis, many are finding a need to update their software. According to Forrester Research, we should see a 7.1% increase in IT purchases this year. That’s on top of the increase we saw in 2010. A great number of businesses are …
Because outsourcing continues to develop as a trustworthy practice, we’re going to see a steady increase in the number of businesses that utilize its advantages this year. CIO.com recently addressed this idea in an article titled “11 Outsourcing Resolutions You Should Make in 2011” The article presents some excellent advice on outsourcing. We’ve decided to …
Establishing and managing a business that utilizes an offshore team as part of its operation is a complex challenge. Cultural difference, time difference, and a lack of face-to-face time, all contribute to the intricate nature of the onshore/offshore model. But with the right approach, this model can yield extraordinary benefits for a business. In our …
Outsourcing is an important topic, especially in the software world. More than ever, companies are taking advantage of the benefits it can provide. Outsourcing has developed significantly in the last few years, and it’s only expected to become more and more of a business standard. Perhaps the greatest progress outsourcing has made in recent times …
While the economy is improving somewhat, leading economists are predicting that it’s going to be a long, slow turn around. On top of that, increased interest rates and inflation are expected to a have a significant effect on businesses even in the next year to two years. Practically, this means that employees are, justifiably, going …
Once you have decided to outsource a software project, you will be faced with a myriad of different options. There are many outsourcing models to choose from, including sending your project to an offshore team. Some will be less expensive than others, and some will promise a quicker turnaround time. But in the end, what …