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, […]

Everyone knows about offshore outsourcing services but nearshore is quickly becoming the more popular method. There are a number of reasons why companies are choosing nearshore instead of Asian or India, and we’re going to highlight three main nearshore outsourcing advantages in this article: 1. Proximity Sure, you can send your business offshore but that’s […]

Summary: IT staff augmentation is not just a short-term solution. Learn how organizations leverage nearshore staff augmentation for long-term benefits. Did you know that 59% of businesses outsource to reduce expenses? If you’re not one of them, your company may be taking on unnecessary costs, especially when it comes to expensive software development positions. Many […]

Summary: Learn more about Node.js, the free open-source, cross-platform server environment! Discover if it could be the right choice for your next web application. ​ The JavaScript Backstory JavaScript is a popular web programming language most often associated with client side or front-end development. Simply put, JavaScript is the language that interacts with the web page’s […]

Podcasts have dramatically increased in output and popularity in recent years. They have gone from providing an interesting educational background track for your commute, workout, or house chores to addressing niche topics in an engaging and accessible manner. Luckily, the influx of new podcasts means that there’s something for everyone. There are a number of […]

Summary: Learn more about 5 common problems with offshore contractors and a smart alternative that combines low-cost outsourcing with English fluency and time zone similarity. ​   When it comes to software development, some companies may choose to outsource projects to an offshore contractor that may promise the best quality for the lowest cost. Oftentimes […]

Summary: Staff augmentation has become a popular way to outsource in recent years. However, there are still many things that people don’t understand about it. This article will address 4 common misconceptions about staff augmentation and help you understand if this model is a smart solution for your organization. Simply put, staff augmentation is a […]

Summary: Working with an offshore development team is becoming a popular alternative staffing solution in the software industry. Not only does it reduce operating costs, but it allows a company to build a team at their own pace. However, offshoring work comes with its fair share of misconceptions.​ Here are a few common myths about […]

The agile software development lifecycle is often considered one of the best approaches by industry experts. Studies show that this approach ensures software development teams are 37% faster in delivering products and 16% more productive, which can benefit your company significantly. Many software development teams follow the traditional waterfall approach, which is fairly straightforward while […]

  We have an announcement! number8 is now a SOC 2 compliant organization! Oliver Ray Managing Director, number8 Roughly a year ago, our management team discussed impactful investments our organization could make to establish a more secure future for number8. These conversations quickly crystalized into a clearly defined need to implement a standardized framework for […]