In the evolving tech landscape, businesses are increasingly adopting various collaboration models for software development. A prevalent model is the dedicated software development team, which is highly effective for established enterprises and burgeoning startups alike. For instance, Artelogic, a seasoned international player in this realm, has been a dedicated development partner to startups and giants in diverse industries, from eCommerce to fintech, for over seven years.
This model involves long-term collaboration between the client and an outsourced team of developers. It offers a personalized, commitment-driven approach where developers are selected specifically for aligning with your business objectives. Essentially, this team functions as an extension of your own in-house team, without the administrative and HR burdens.
Typically, the dedicated team includes a mix of:
Often mistaken for the fixed price model, the dedicated software team arrangement is actually quite different. Fixed price is more suitable for short-term, well-defined projects. However, it can result in cost overruns if the project scope isn’t precisely estimated.
Another competing model is Time & Material, where clients pay for the actual time and resources used in development. This is appropriate for projects where requirements may change or the market isn’t fully explored. Unlike this model, the dedicated software development team remains consistent throughout the project, offering stability and focus.
According to Deloitte’s 2020 Global Outsourcing Survey, cost-cutting is a significant driver for outsourcing. The dedicated team model scores well here as you pay solely for the hours worked, eliminating overhead costs.
About a quarter of Artelogic’s projects each year are based on the dedicated team model. We engage with clients in a structured manner, starting from scope estimation, talent selection, initial scope calls to proposition and kick-off calls. Our robust selection criteria include estimated ROI, skill development, and team morale, ensuring that you get a genuinely dedicated software development team.
In summary, the dedicated team model offers a flexible, focused, and cost-efficient means of developing software products. It is particularly effective for long-term projects, early-stage startups, and situations requiring a deep, collaborative partnership between the client and the development team. Whether you’re an industry leader like Amazon or a startup aspiring to scale, there’s a lot to gain from this model.
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