[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Having talented and responsive developers on-hand to help with all your software needs is a must for any growing business. But what do you do when the local talent pool looks rather shallow or your budget doesn\u2019t stretch far enough?<\/p>\n
Hiring dedicated developers to form an offshore development team is a fantastic low-cost, low-risk solution. So, what is offshoring, and how can you find dedicated developers to help with your project??[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”Hiring dedicated developers: who, what, why?” use_theme_fonts=”yes” include_in_table_of_content=”true” el_id=”hiring”][vc_single_image image=”4057″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” el_class=”shape_image color-EFD585″][vc_column_text]The past decade has seen a huge shift in the way we work, with technology becoming the foundation on which many businesses, workflows and processes are built. Technological advancements are showing no signs of slowing down, so having high-calibre development talent at your disposal is a must to compete in the modern business landscape.<\/p>\n
However, 41% of employers say talent shortages are a significant issue they face when hiring developers. This is likely because many businesses rely on traditional hiring practices, recruiting talent from their local area. While exceptional talent does exist locally, the cream of the crop is typically snapped up by tech giants who can offer unmatchable benefits and salary packets.<\/p>\n
In a world where technology renders geographical boundaries redundant, why not look a little further afield? That\u2019s where offshoring comes in.[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”What is offshoring?” use_theme_fonts=”yes” el_id=”offshoring”][vc_column_text]Offshoring is when a company bases a process, or multiple processes, overseas. In this article, we\u2019re discussing hiring developers to form offshore teams located in a country other than your own \u2014 namely India.<\/p>\n
Be careful not to confuse offshoring with outsourcing; the latter describes when you work with a software house or freelancer to access development resources on a short-term, temporary basis. These workers are not dedicated to your company and will be working on multiple projects at once.[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”What is a dedicated developer?” use_theme_fonts=”yes” el_id=”dedicated”][vc_column_text]A dedicated developer is a talented developer, either a generalist or specialising in a particular technology or output, who your company hires to work on a specific project. They can work full-time or part-time, depending on your project\u2019s requirements.<\/p>\n
You can hire dedicated developers as part of a dedicated team via an offshore management company. While these developers and teams operate remotely overseas, they form a part of your wider team and integrate with your business\u2019s culture.[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”4054″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” el_class=”shape_image color-98CDFF”][vc_custom_heading text=”Is a dedicated development team right for my project?” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes” el_id=”right”][vc_column_text]Building an offshore development team is a great option for many businesses. Here are some indications that a dedicated development team might be right for your project:<\/p>\n
[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”What are the benefits of recruiting dedicated developers?” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes” el_id=”benefits”][vc_column_text]There are dozens of benefits to building an offshore dedicated development team. Here are four of the most compelling reasons to hire dedicated programmers:[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”Cost saving” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes” el_id=”cost”][vc_column_text]Hiring costs and paying employees are two of the most costly aspects of running a business. Building an in-house team from scratch is incredibly costly. To get access to the best local talent, you must offer a competitive salary and additional benefits, like sick pay and health insurance. There are also the additional costs of rent, utility bills, maintenance fees and insurance to consider.<\/p>\n
Offshoring is much cheaper, comparatively. While paying a fair wage is important, hiring internationally opens you up to a global talent pool where salary expectations may differ. For example, the average annual income of a software developer in India is around five lakhs ($6,000), compared to the salary of $90,000 or more commonly expected in the USA.[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”Flexibility & scalability” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes” el_id=”flexibility”][vc_column_text]While hiring full-time, permanent employees guarantees you access to resources for a set number of hours a week, many businesses need a greater degree of flexibility.<\/p>\n
When you hire an offshore team, you can flex the hours and number of developers needed up and down each month, depending on the work available. That means when you can save money when there is less work available.<\/p>\n
There\u2019s also no limit to how large your team can grow \u2014 or how fast you can scale it. Whereas traditional recruitment processes can take months, offshore teams can be built in a matter of days.[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”Speed” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes” el_id=”speed”][vc_column_text]As mentioned above, offshore teams can be built quickly. Offshore management companies typically have a pool of vetted talent they can introduce you to, expediting the hiring process. They often manage the process on your behalf, saving you the hassle of finding windows in your diary for endless interviews. That means no delays in getting started.[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”Access a wider talent pool” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes” el_id=”access”][vc_column_text]Looking beyond borders means gaining access to a larger, global, more diverse talent network. While there are many talented developers at home, they\u2019re often already working for huge corporations or for themselves. Luckily, several emerging markets are rivalling the US and UK in terms of development talent. For starters, India is the largest provider of IT outsourcing worldwide, with over a million students with engineering degrees entering the job market each year. India also has a young population, so this talent pool is only set to grow.[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”Why hire developers from India?” use_theme_fonts=”yes” el_id=”developers_india”][vc_column_text]India is fast becoming one of the leading offshore destinations. Why?<\/p>\n