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Maximizing Collaboration and Efficiency With AI and Nearshore Outsourcing

Nearshore outsourcing, commonly known as nearshoring, is when an organization works with remote developers located in a country that is in close proximity to their organization. Nearshoring is a business strategy that has gained significant traction in recent years. Paired with the advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), nearshore outsourcing has become a powerful tool for […]

How Nearshoring Can Help Companies Overcome the Cyber Skills Shortage in 2023

The shortage of cyber skills is a problem that affects organizations worldwide. In today’s digital age, cyber threats are no longer a question of “if” but “when.” In 2023, companies face a significant challenge in finding skilled cybersecurity professionals to protect their networks, data, and systems. One solution that can help organizations bridge this skills […]

The Tech Talent You Need Isn’t Always Local

The tech talent you’re looking for is out there, it just might not be local. If your company is searching for top tech talent or wondering if there are more efficient ways to find it, we are here to help. Whether you are looking for software developers or IT specialists, nearshore outsourcing eliminates the boundaries […]

The Benefits of Nearshore Outsourcing

Have you ever wondered why so many organizations choose to look for IT services in other countries? It’s simple: most companies are striving for the highest quality of service at the most affordable price. Some businesses choose to offshore outsource, but cultural differences and time-zone problems can hinder productivity and negatively affect both teams and […]

Why Nearshore?

Nearshore software development is a concept that is still new to many. Two years ago, I was working in television and had never heard of nearshore myself. Today, I’m a huge fan of nearshoring, and I will tell you why. If you are not familiar, nearshoring is the process of outsourcing work to developers located […]

Why Latin America is a Hot Bed for Tech Talent

When it comes to recruiting high-caliber tech personnel, US firms are struggling. Figures show that at the end of 2020, around 1.4 million computer science-related vacancies remained unfilled. The US produces around 65,000 computer science graduates each year, which means it’s unlikely the gap between supply and demand is likely to lessen any time soon.  […]

What is nearshore software development?

What is Nearshore Software Development, and How Does It Work in 2022? Companies worldwide are partnering with third-party development teams and freelancers to quickly grow their teams and increase velocity. They can increase productivity while saving money and time by looking to an outside vendor for nearshore development services. What is Nearshoring? Nearshoring is the […]

Finding the best offshore software developers in 2021

It’s no secret within the U.S. technology sector that Latin America is the go-to place for finding software development and programming talent, particularly for U.S.-based companies. Demand for skilled developers is incredibly high; and available supply of qualified technology professionals and new talent simply cannot keep pace. This is particularly true in the United States, […]

Nearshore – case studies in success

Nearshoring whitepapers, success stories, and other pieces of evidence will provide helpful information.   ServiceNow – number8 Case Study Private Healthcare Company Leans on number8 for High-Stakes QA Automation Transformation 10 Year Staff Augmentation for Career Site Giant Why and How to Migrate from .NET to .NET Core. Increased Velocity & Savings, Transitioning From India […]

Staff Augmentation: An IT Outsourcing Solution for Enterprise Companies

Summary: Most enterprise-sized companies are outsourcing, but many have never considered a staff augmentation model. Learn how staff augmentation can help supplement existing teams and provide you with exceptional on-demand talent. Building a staff of talented IT professionals is not a short-term process. From hiring to onboarding to getting a new developer up-to-speed, managing an […]

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