Summary: Outsourcing software development is a smart choice, but choosing the right outsourcing model is critical for success. Learn more about the top outsourcing models and how to make the right choice for your organization. Benefits of Outsourcing For Your Business Outsourcing software development is a business trend that continues to grow. Full-time employees are expensive […]

A growing business is definitely something to celebrate, but it’s not always something that’s as easy to maintain. Plus, finding enough software development talent to keep momentum and support innovation is becoming increasingly difficult. Add in the fact that the shortage of software engineers in the United States isn’t just about a lack of quantity, […]

Although there are many ways to develop custom software, the method most appropriate for your company will depend on your unique needs. And if you plan on hiring internally for all of your positions, you’ll also need to plan for the significant costs associated with this approach. One such solution to reducing development costs is […]

Summary: There are many locations to consider when outsourcing software development. Learn more about why Latin America should be at the top of your list! ​ The world of software development moves at an increasingly rapid pace. Agile development means being responsive to the marketplace with increasing speed and complexity while not sacrificing quality. As […]

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: 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 […]

Summary: Gazelle companies are known for growing quickly. With quick growth comes common mistakes. Learn about the 7 mistakes gazelle companies should avoid. ​ Just like a herd of gazelles moves quickly over the Savannah, gazelle companies grow swiftly over a short period of time. Simply, a gazelle company is businesses that “double its revenues […]