In the world of software product development, unexpected problems are par for the course. Deadlines shift. Projects become more complex than anticipated. Systems crash. The list goes on and on.
Such challenges can leave entire departments (and even entire organizations) reeling, because teams seldom have the extra resources (people and/or bandwidth) required to address surprises — without letting something else drop. In situations like this, business leaders often turn to technical experts outside of their own company for help.
Two of the most common models for filling skills gaps or accelerating project timelines are staff augmentation and project outsourcing. While the two approaches are similar, they also carry some important distinctions. Revelry’s latest e-book tells you everything you need to know.