Feb 22 - 3min readHow to choose the right Digital Product Development teamBy Borne
So you’re thinking of outsourcing your digital product development – good choice! Outsourcing offers many benefits, including lower costs, faster time-to-market, and access to specialized expertise. But how do you choose the right outsourced development team for your project? Here are some key factors to consider:
Tech-savviness
The first thing to check is the tech-savviness of the development team. Make sure they have experience building the type of digital product you need and the technical skills and resources to deliver your project successfully. Ask for a portfolio of their previous work, case studies, and references from past clients to assess their tech expertise.
Communication Skills
Effective communication is critical for any outsourced development team to succeed. Look for a team that is fluent in your language, understands your requirements, and has good communication skills. They should be quick to respond and keep you updated on the project’s progress, updates, and deadlines. Choose a team that has the right tools, like video conferencing, chat, and project management tools, to make communication easy.
Process and Methodology
The right development process and methodology are essential for a successful outcome. Look for a team that uses a well-defined development process and methodology, and prioritizes testing, quality assurance, and project management. Choose a team that has a clear process for managing change requests and prioritizes stakeholder involvement to ensure the end product meets your expectations.
Cultural Fit
Cultural fit is an often-overlooked factor when choosing an outsourced development team, but it’s critical for project success. The team should share your values, work ethic, and professional approach. Choose a team that is passionate about your project, understands your business objectives, and is committed to your success. Mismatched cultural values can lead to frustration, misunderstandings, and ultimately project failure.
Cost and Flexibility
Finally, it’s essential to consider the cost and flexibility of the development team. Look for a team that offers flexible pricing models that fit your budget, whether it’s hourly rates or a fixed-price model. Choose a team that can scale up or down quickly depending on your project requirements and provide additional resources when needed.
Here’s what we can offer you in terms of choosing a development partner:
Skilled and Experienced Developers
Serbia has a thriving tech industry and a rich pool of talented developers. At the same time, the cost of living in Serbia is lower than in the UK, which means we can attract and retain top talent at a lower cost. Our developers have a strong technical background, a commitment to quality, and experience working on a wide range of digital products. We also have a team of UK-based project managers who oversee the development process to ensure quality and alignment with your business objectives.
Access to Specialised Expertise
Our team in Serbia has a broad range of technical expertise, including front-end and back-end development, mobile app development, UI/UX design, and more. We also have experience working with a range of industries, real estate, fintech, IOT and more. This means we can bring specialised expertise to your project and ensure that the end product meets your unique needs.
Lower Cost
As mentioned, the cost of living in Serbia is lower than in the UK, which means we can offer competitive pricing for our services. By outsourcing your development to us, you can save money while still receiving high-quality work. We offer flexible pricing models to fit your budget, whether it’s hourly rates or a fixed-price model.
Cultural Alignment
Our UK-based team understands the UK business culture and can communicate with you in your preferred language. At the same time, our developers in Serbia are fluent in English and understand the expectations of UK-based businesses. We ensure that all team members share our values, work ethic, and professional approach to ensure a cultural fit with your team.
In conclusion, choosing the right outsourced digital product development team requires careful consideration of their tech expertise, communication skills, process and methodology, cultural fit, and cost and flexibility. By choosing the right team, you can bring your digital product to market faster, with higher quality, and at a lower cost.