There are several best practices and how tos in order to get the most out of your software outsourcing project. We invite you to have a look at the following suggestions:

1. Define your project:

• Outline your idea and try to make a list of priorities;
• Analyze the way you want to undertake remote work: near shore or offshore;
• If the project is unclear and will be subject to consistent changes, try the agile method and ask for prototyping;
• Use the same document when asking for software development outsourcing offers;

2. Select the right outsourcing partner:

• Make a list with all essential selection criteria (industry / technology / consultancy capability / communication language / required HR / interview availability / team continuity, etc.);
• Request for quotes, ask for references, plan a visit and make a trial project;
• Set a post-trial project analysis and highlight lessons learned; Take a decision.

3. Fine tune the cooperation:

• Set clear responsibilities;
• Choose the software development method that suits you best;
• Draw the way for team collaboration;
• Specify how the teams will be formed;
• Set each party’s contribution to the projects infrastructure;

4. Control the process:

• Set and follow the development plan;
• Set stand-up meetings, weekly status reports and set a permanent contact person;
• Point out potential issues and communicate them in order to get them solved.