Tips for outsourcing software development

Setting up a Nearshore or Offshore software development team is a great way to access talent. At Forbytes we advise our clients to follow a few simple guidelines to get the most out of the partnership.

• Outsource firstly for talent  and secondly for price .
• Outsourcing should be strategic decision with a long term perspective.
• Senior management should champion and be actively involved for the life of the partnership.
• Embrace your Nearshore / Offshore team as part of your organisation
• Have the outsource team work from your home location, this will enable them to understand your business and contribute to finding  solutions on how to use technology to make improvements that have business value.
• Have daily team meetings for 10 to 15 minutes, using tools  such as Skype
• Use a requirements management and planning tool like JIRA and make sure that it is updated on a daily basis.
• The picture above is the Gymgrossisten team from Stockholm at our offices in Lviv this last week. Working visits are a great way to build effective relationships that will enhance understanding and productivity.

If you would like to find out more about working with outsourcing software development and what is involved please feel free to contact me.

Mail: don.lowe@forbytes.com

Phone: +46 073 6122279