Question 1

Will nearshoring software development services lower the quality of my product?

Accepted Answer

On the contrary, a nearshore software development company’s goal should be to be deliver the highest-quality software that is aligned with your requirements, supports your business goals and meets industry standards. Software Mind’s effective recruitment programs are designed to attract the best-fitting candidates to your project. Our multi-cultural teams, with a range of perspectives and broad experience, provide fresh ideas and insights from a variety of backgrounds. These teams are particularly skilled at enhancing projects through open and transparent collaboration with in-house specialists – sharing domain expertise, adding value to your solutions and helping you achieve all your business goals.

Question 2

Will communication with a nearshore software development team from LATAM be a problem?

Accepted Answer

No, one of the strengths of professionals from LATAM countries is their high level of English. At Software Mind, all our internal communications are conducted in English, and it’s the main language we use when collaborating with clients and partners. The common language is another element that helps us achieve a culture fit with US-based companies, along with social etiquette and working styles.

Question 3

Will nearshore software outsourcing increase my development costs?

Accepted Answer

Nearshoring is one of the more cost-effective ways of outsourcing as you don’t have to invest in employee recruitment and retention and can fully focus on your core business. Meanwhile, a nearshore team accelerates your software delivery and manages software development life cycles.

Question 4

What are the benefits of outsourcing my software development to LATAM?

Accepted Answer

A LATAM nearshore software development company offers US businesses many advantages resulting from extensive expertise and cultural alignment, including high proficiency in English, added business value, top-notch education, senior experience, compatible time zone, cost efficiency and diverse perspectives.

Question 5

If I choose to nearshore my software development, how will the developers be integrated into my team?

Accepted Answer

Our multidisciplinary teams will adjust to your ways of working. The most common collaboration models include autonomous, dedicated and mixed teams. 

Autonomous teams manage software projects, which enables clients to fully focus on their core business and increase efficiency. The external team delivers outcomes and develops new or existing solutions according to a client’s product requirements, while streamlining development processes and regularly updating the client on the project’s progress. 

A dedicated team can be managed by an in-house product owner (PO) who actively participates in planning the product backlog and works closely with external developers. The PO is also responsible for prioritizing product requirements, offering feedback and making sure the solution is aligned with the client’s goals. This collaboration model provides clients with added value and more control over a project, while promoting transparency, efficiency and smooth development.  

Mixed teams are a good starting point for nearshore cooperation because a client’s in-house specialists can easily share their domain knowledge while the outsourcing experts establish relevant development processes. A mixed team comprises in-house and external developers who are integrated directly into a client’s team. This team is supported by an operations team who ensures delivery is running smoothly.

Question 6

What is the role of a nearshore development company?

Accepted Answer

If you decide to outsource your software development, a nearshore company will serve as the connection between you and the external developers. At Software Mind, this means that our account managers ensure the efficiency of software delivery processes based on your goals. We also take care of hiring IT talent that meets your project’s requirements to complete the tasks you need and help you flexibly scale your capacity up or down, according to your needs.

Question 7

What are nearshore software services?

Accepted Answer

Nearshore software services involve outsourcing software development projects to a neighboring country, one that is geographically close to a client's location. Such an approach offers several advantages, including reduced (or no) time zone differences, potential for cultural similarities, and a more cost-effective approach compared to in-house development. With nearshore development a software partner's teams can provide a more collaborative work environment. Furthermore, clients can enjoy easier communication and travel for meetings and project reviews. While nearshore services may have slightly higher costs than offshore outsourcing to other parts of the world, they often deliver better solutions thanks to proven expertise and the ability to work in a shared time zone.

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