Outsourcing software development gives companies access to expertise, flexible resources, and greater speed when internal capacities reach their limits.
3 takeaways from this article:
What exactly does outsourcing mean in software development?
Outsourcing means that companies use external specialists or teams to develop, maintain, or modernize their software in order to save time and costs internally.
What are the advantages of outsourcing over an internal development team?
Companies benefit from faster availability of experts, flexible resources, and often lower costs compared to purely in-house teams.
How much does outsourcing in software development cost compared to internal teams?
The costs vary depending on the scope of the project and the location of the partner. Outsourcing is usually cheaper because there are no fixed personnel costs.
How can I ensure that quality and security are guaranteed when outsourcing?
Choose a partner with ISO certification, clear quality processes, and experience in projects with high security requirements.
How does working with an outsourcing partner work in practice?
After an analysis phase, the external team takes on defined tasks. Transparent communication and dedicated contact persons ensure the success of the project.
How long does it take for an outsourcing team to become productive?
Depending on the project, external teams can be up and running in a few weeks because they are used to standardized processes.
How can outsourcing be combined with existing internal teams?
External developers often work as a supplement to the in-house team, taking on specific tasks and thus relieving internal resources.
What experience does soxes have with outsourcing projects?
For over 24 years, soxes has been supporting Swiss SMEs in outsourcing projects ranging from the modernization of older systems to the development of new applications.
Many companies have a strong IT team, but not always the specific expertise for modern technologies, cloud migration or microservices. External partners bring in-depth knowledge and experience from various projects.
Internal teams are often busy with day-to-day business. External experts can concentrate fully on the modernization project and thus accelerate implementation.
External partners offer flexible models: companies only pay for the resources they need and avoid long-term fixed costs for specialists who are no longer needed once the project is complete.
We sit down with you and develop a clear strategy for your project in customized workshops so that everything goes in the right direction right from the start.
Your project is in the best hands with us. A dedicated contact person ensures that budget and quality remain under control so that you can concentrate on your goals.
Clear costs, full flexibility: You get a fixed price and can still make adjustments during development.
Maximum transparency: you only pay for what you really need. No hidden costs, no surprises.
Reinforcement exactly when you need it: our experienced software experts and project managers jump straight into your project and drive it forward efficiently.
Reliability you can count on. With clear guarantees and support that is also there for you after development.
Alexandra, Team Lead Project Management
An external partner not only takes care of the further development of the software, but also ensures that know-how is not lost. Especially older applications often lack proper documentation. The knowledge is in the heads of individuals. If this knowledge leaves the company, there is a dangerous dependency. Structured documentation, clean code and clear processes ensure that knowledge is retained, even if internal developers leave the company for various reasons or the project is later taken over internally again. The company retains control at all times.
An outside perspective helps to avoid blind spots. External support brings fresh ideas, best practices and innovative approaches that may not have been considered internally.
For companies looking to modernize their software, working with external partners is a smart decision. Instead of straining internal resources, outsourcing enables agile and targeted implementation. If you want to remain competitive, you should rely on the expertise of experts.
Does your company need a reliable IT partner for software modernization? We are at your side with our experience – from optimization and scaling to the continuous further development of your application. Contact us for a no-obligation consultation!
NeoVac is a full-service provider of solutions for the intelligent use, protection, and storage of energy and water. The HeKo application supports NeoVac in billing residential units, managing contracts, assigning metering devices, and maintaining user data.
The internal development team was faced with a large backlog of tasks in the further development of the HeKo application. In addition to billing, new technologies had to be taken into account and additional requirements implemented. In order to cope with this workload efficiently, it was necessary to strengthen the team with additional expertise.
soxes supported NeoVac by outsourcing IT expertise. With experienced developers and in-depth know-how in application development, soxes complemented the existing team. This not only bridged resource bottlenecks, but also provided new impetus for the further development and technological expansion of the application.
The high backlog was reduced more quickly, allowing NeoVac to focus more on further development and the integration of new technologies. The collaboration with soxes ensured that the HeKo application is continuously improved and adapted to future requirements.
Sofia Steninger
Solution Sales Manager
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