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Our Strategic Software Outsourcing Process

We follow a proven, partnership-focused methodology to deliver exceptional outsourced software solutions, ensuring seamless collaboration, transparent communication, risk mitigation, and world-class results at every stage.

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Step: 01

Strategic Assessment & Planning

We begin by understanding your business objectives, technical requirements, budget constraints, and timeline expectations. Our comprehensive assessment identifies optimal outsourcing models—whether dedicated teams, project-based development, or staff augmentation. We analyze risks, define success metrics, establish governance structures, and create detailed roadmaps that align outsourced development with your strategic goals.

Step: 02

Team Formation & Execution

We assemble expert development teams tailored to your project needs from our global talent pool. Our outsourced teams integrate with your processes, tools, and communication channels using proven methodologies including Agile, Scrum, and DevOps. We establish clear workflows, quality standards, security protocols, and reporting structures ensuring seamless collaboration regardless of geographic distribution.

Step: 03

Quality Assurance & Partnership

Rigorous quality management drives everything we do. Our outsourced teams deliver software through comprehensive testing, security audits, code reviews, and continuous integration practices. We provide transparent reporting, regular stakeholder meetings, and proactive risk management. Post-deployment, we offer maintenance, enhancements, and long-term support ensuring sustained success and continuous improvement.

Specialized Outsourcing Solutions

To Transform Your
Software Capabilities.

We develop tailored outsourcing strategies that drive innovation, enable scalability, and solve complex technical challenges while optimizing costs and accelerating delivery timelines.

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Complete Project Outsourcing

  • End-to-End
  • Turnkey
  • Full-Service
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Outsource your entire software project from concept to deployment with our comprehensive project outsourcing services. We handle all aspects including requirements analysis, architecture design, development, testing, deployment, and documentation. Our experienced project managers ensure on-time, on-budget delivery while you maintain strategic oversight without day-to-day management responsibilities or technical infrastructure investments.

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Dedicated Development Teams

  • Exclusive
  • Scalable
  • Fully-Managed
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Extend your development capacity with dedicated outsourced teams working exclusively on your projects long-term. We provide fully-vetted developers, QA specialists, designers, and project managers who integrate seamlessly as your extended team. Scale up or down based on needs while maintaining quality, reducing costs significantly, and accelerating time-to-market without hiring overhead or infrastructure investments.

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Staff Augmentation Services

  • Flexible
  • On-Demand
  • Specialized
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Quickly fill skill gaps and expand team capacity with individual outsourced specialists who integrate directly into your existing teams. Whether you need senior full-stack developers, mobile experts, DevOps engineers, or QA automation specialists, our staff augmentation provides pre-vetted professionals within 1-2 weeks who work under your management and follow your processes.

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Product Development Outsourcing

  • Innovation-Focused
  • Market-Ready
  • Strategic
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Transform your product vision into market-ready solutions with our end-to-end product development outsourcing. We partner with startups and enterprises to design, build, launch, and scale software products from MVP through full-featured releases. Our outsourced product teams provide technical leadership, strategic guidance, agile development, and user-centric design that drives product-market fit and business growth.

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Application Maintenance & Support

  • Reliable
  • Cost-Effective
  • 24/7 Available
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Outsource ongoing application maintenance, support, and enhancement to our expert teams while reducing costs by 50-70%. We handle bug fixes, security updates, performance optimization, feature enhancements, technical support, and monitoring. Our maintenance outsourcing frees your internal teams to focus on innovation while ensuring your applications remain secure, performant, and aligned with evolving business needs.

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Custom Software Development

  • Tailored
  • Enterprise-Grade
  • Innovative
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Build custom software solutions designed specifically for your unique business requirements through our outsourced development services. From complex enterprise applications to innovative SaaS platforms, we deliver scalable, secure, high-performance software using modern technologies and architectures. Our outsourced teams bring specialized expertise and fresh perspectives that drive competitive advantage.

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Legacy System Modernization

  • Transformation
  • Risk-Managed
  • Future-Proof
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Modernize outdated legacy systems without disrupting operations by outsourcing transformation to our specialized teams. We migrate legacy applications to modern technology stacks, refactor monolithic architectures into microservices, move on-premise systems to cloud platforms, and rebuild interfaces with contemporary designs—all while preserving critical business logic and ensuring seamless transitions.

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Quality Assurance Outsourcing

  • Comprehensive
  • Automated
  • Independent
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Ensure software quality and accelerate release cycles by outsourcing QA and testing to our specialized quality assurance teams. We provide comprehensive testing services including functional testing, automation, performance testing, security audits, mobile testing, and continuous testing integration. Our independent QA outsourcing delivers unbiased quality validation and faster feedback cycles.

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Where Specialty Meets Quality.

I'm a professional dedicated to delivering world-class software development outsourcing and building strategic partnerships that drive business transformation across industries.

Dramatic Cost Reduction

  • Reduce software development costs by 40-70% through strategic outsourcing while maintaining or improving quality. Access global talent at competitive rates, eliminate hiring overhead, reduce infrastructure costs, and optimize resource allocation for maximum ROI.

Access to Global Expertise

  • Tap into worldwide pools of specialized talent across technologies, domains, and methodologies. Outsourcing provides instant access to expertise that would take months or years to build internally—from AI/ML specialists to blockchain developers and niche technology experts.

Accelerated Time-to-Market

  • Launch products and features faster by outsourcing to established teams with proven processes, eliminating ramp-up time. Around-the-clock development cycles, parallel workstreams, and dedicated focus accelerate delivery timelines significantly compared to internal development.

Focus on Core Competencies

  • Free internal teams to concentrate on strategic initiatives, core product innovation, and revenue-generating activities by outsourcing routine development, maintenance, and support functions. Maintain lean operations without sacrificing technological capabilities.

Unlimited Scalability

  • Scale development resources instantly based on project demands without long-term commitments, hiring cycles, or infrastructure investments. Ramp up for product launches, add specialized skills temporarily, or maintain steady-state development with complete flexibility.

Risk Mitigation & Compliance

  • Reduce project risks by partnering with experienced outsourcing providers who bring proven methodologies, quality processes, security standards, and compliance certifications. Share development risks while maintaining strategic control and intellectual property protection.

Our Solution
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86 Agency combines technical excellence with strategic outsourcing expertise, delivering exceptional software solutions that drive innovation, optimize costs, and accelerate business growth through proven global delivery models.

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Step 1: Strategic Consultation & Planning

We analyze your business goals, technical requirements, budget parameters, and timeline constraints to design the optimal outsourcing strategy. We identify suitable engagement models, assess risks, define governance structures, and create comprehensive roadmaps aligned with your objectives.

Step 2: Team Selection & Onboarding

We assemble your outsourced development team from our vetted global talent pool, ensuring precise skill matches and cultural fit. Comprehensive onboarding integrates your team with your tools, processes, security protocols, and communication channels for immediate productivity and seamless collaboration.

Step 3: Agile Development & Delivery

Our outsourced teams execute development using agile methodologies with regular sprints, continuous integration, frequent demos, and iterative feedback cycles. You maintain full visibility through project management tools, regular meetings, and transparent reporting while we handle execution excellence.

Step 4: Quality Assurance & Risk Management

Comprehensive quality processes run throughout development including automated testing, code reviews, security audits, performance optimization, and compliance validation. Proactive risk management identifies and mitigates issues early ensuring predictable, high-quality outcomes.

Step 5: Deployment & Ongoing Partnership

We handle seamless deployment, provide thorough documentation and knowledge transfer, and offer ongoing support, maintenance, and enhancement services. Our long-term partnership approach ensures your outsourced solutions continue delivering value and evolving with your business.

Industries We Empower

Financial Services

Healthcare & Life Sciences

Retail & E-Commerce

Manufacturing & Industrial

Telecommunications

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Travel & Hospitality

Education & E-Learning

Automotive & Mobility

Energy & Utilities

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Enterprise Software

Tailored Software Development Outsourcing Solutions

At 86 Agency, we create high-performing outsourced software solutions that combine global technical talent, proven methodologies, and strategic partnership. From startups to enterprises, our outsourcing services are built to deliver innovation, efficiency, and measurable business results.

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Proven Delivery Track Record

We’ve successfully delivered 1000+ outsourced projects across industries with 96% on-time delivery rate and 98% client satisfaction. Our mature processes, experienced teams, and quality-focused approach ensure predictable outcomes and minimize common outsourcing risks.

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Flexible Engagement Models

Choose from multiple engagement models tailored to your needs—dedicated teams for long-term capacity, fixed-price projects for defined scope, time-and-materials for evolving requirements, or hybrid models combining different approaches for optimal flexibility and cost efficiency.

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Security & IP Protection

Your intellectual property and data are protected through comprehensive NDAs, strict security protocols, code ownership agreements, SOC 2 compliance, ISO certifications, and adherence to international data protection standards including GDPR and HIPAA where applicable.

Your Gateway To Global Development Excellence

We create powerful software solutions that fuel business transformation through strategic outsourcing. Whether you’re launching new products or maintaining existing systems, our outsourcing services deliver quality, efficiency, and innovation.

End-to-End Development

Complete software development lifecycle outsourcing from requirements through deployment and maintenance. Our teams handle analysis, design, development, testing, documentation, and support with full accountability for outcomes.

Resource Augmentation

Expand your development capacity quickly with skilled professionals who integrate into your existing teams. Add specialized expertise temporarily or maintain long-term augmentation for sustained growth without hiring overhead.

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Application Support

Outsource ongoing maintenance, support, and enhancement activities to free internal teams for innovation. Cost-effective 24/7 support, bug fixes, updates, and performance optimization keep applications running smoothly.

Digital Transformation

Modernize technology landscapes, migrate to cloud platforms, implement emerging technologies, and transform business processes through strategic outsourcing partnerships that bring fresh perspectives and specialized expertise.

Software Outsourcing Workflow

Software Outsourcing Workflow

86 Agency follows a proven methodology that delivers exceptional results at every stage. Our structured approach ensures your outsourced development projects are executed with technical excellence, transparent governance, and complete alignment with your business objectives from strategy through ongoing support.
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Strategic Assessment

We conduct comprehensive analysis of your outsourcing needs, technical landscape, organizational readiness, and success criteria. Our assessment identifies optimal outsourcing models, talent sourcing strategies, governance structures, risk mitigation approaches, and detailed implementation roadmaps that maximize value while minimizing common outsourcing pitfalls.

Team & Infrastructure Setup

We establish your outsourced development team, secure development environments, collaboration tools, communication protocols, and quality processes. Comprehensive onboarding ensures your team understands business context, technical standards, and organizational culture. We implement robust security measures, IP protection mechanisms, and compliance frameworks from day one.

Managed Delivery

Our outsourced teams execute development using proven agile methodologies with defined sprint cycles, regular deliverables, continuous integration, and automated testing. You receive transparent progress tracking, regular status meetings, risk alerts, and quality metrics while we handle day-to-day management, technical execution, and issue resolution.

Continuous Optimization

Through performance monitoring, process refinement, knowledge management, skill development, and continuous improvement initiatives, we optimize outsourced development efficiency, quality, and value delivery. Regular governance reviews ensure alignment while identifying opportunities for enhanced collaboration and outcomes.

Why Choose 86 Agency For Your Software Development Outsourcing

At 86, we don’t just provide outsourced developers—we deliver strategic outsourcing partnerships that combine global expertise, mature processes, and proven results. Whether you need complete project outsourcing or selective augmentation, we are your trusted outsourcing partner.

Global Talent Network

Access our vetted talent pool spanning 50+ countries with expertise across 100+ technologies. We recruit only top-tier professionals (top 5% of candidates) ensuring you work with senior-level developers, architects, and specialists with proven track records.

Mature Delivery Processes

Benefit from ISO-certified processes, CMMI Level 3 maturity, agile methodologies, and proven project management frameworks developed over 15+ years and 1000+ successful outsourced projects. Our mature processes minimize risks and ensure predictable outcomes.

Transparent Communication

We maintain complete transparency through real-time project dashboards, regular video meetings, detailed reporting, and direct access to development teams. You'll always know project status, budget utilization, risks, and upcoming milestones with no surprises.

Quality-First Mindset

Quality is embedded throughout our outsourcing delivery with automated testing achieving 80%+ code coverage, mandatory code reviews, security audits, performance optimization, and comprehensive documentation. We exceed industry standards for defect rates and client satisfaction.

Flexible & Scalable

Start small and scale seamlessly with flexible engagement models, no long-term lock-ins, and ability to adjust team size monthly based on needs. Add specialized skills for specific phases or maintain dedicated teams for years—whatever your evolving requirements demand.

Strategic Partnership Approach

We act as your technology partner, not just a vendor. Our teams provide strategic guidance, technical leadership, innovation recommendations, and proactive problem-solving. With 92% client retention rate, we build lasting relationships focused on your long-term success.

FAQs

A: Software development outsourcing involves contracting external development teams or companies to handle some or all of your software development needs rather than building internal teams. This strategic approach allows you to access global talent, reduce costs significantly (typically 40-70%), accelerate time-to-market, and scale resources flexibly without hiring overhead or infrastructure investments. Outsourcing can range from complete project handoff where an external team handles everything from requirements to deployment, to dedicated team models where outsourced developers work exclusively on your projects long-term, to staff augmentation where individual specialists integrate into your existing teams. Our outsourcing services include project planning, team assembly, development execution, quality assurance, deployment, and ongoing support using proven methodologies and transparent communication throughout the engagement.

A: We offer flexible outsourcing models to match your specific needs and preferences. Dedicated Team Model provides full-time developers working exclusively on your projects with monthly rates (typically $5,000-10,000 per developer/month)—ideal for long-term development needs and ongoing product evolution. Fixed-Price Project Model defines scope, timeline, and total cost upfront—best for well-defined projects with clear requirements and limited changes. Time & Materials Model bills for actual hours worked with transparent hourly rates ($50-100/hour depending on seniority)—optimal for evolving projects requiring flexibility. Staff Augmentation Model provides individual specialists who integrate into your existing teams under your management. Hybrid Models combine different approaches for different project components. During consultation, we'll recommend the optimal model based on your project characteristics, budget constraints, timeline requirements, and risk tolerance.

A: Software outsourcing costs vary significantly based on engagement model, project complexity, team composition, location, and technology requirements. Generally, outsourcing reduces costs by 40-70% compared to equivalent US-based development. Dedicated offshore developers typically cost $4,000-8,000 per developer/month versus $15,000-25,000+ for US developers. Nearshore developers (Latin America) cost $6,000-10,000 monthly providing timezone and cultural advantages. Hourly rates range from $40-80/hour for senior offshore developers versus $120-200+/hour domestically. A typical outsourced team of 5 developers might cost $30,000-50,000 monthly versus $75,000-125,000 for equivalent internal team—delivering $500,000+ annual savings. Fixed-price projects range from $50,000 for simple applications to $500,000+ for complex enterprise systems. We provide detailed cost proposals with transparent breakdowns during consultation, ensuring you understand all costs without hidden fees.

A: Quality assurance is fundamental to our outsourcing approach through multiple comprehensive layers. We implement rigorous talent vetting recruiting only top 5% of candidates through technical assessments, coding challenges, and portfolio reviews ensuring senior-level expertise. Our teams follow ISO 9001 and CMMI Level 3 certified processes with mandatory code reviews by senior architects, automated testing achieving 80%+ code coverage, continuous integration and deployment pipelines, and comprehensive QA testing including functional, performance, security, and user acceptance testing. We maintain strict coding standards, detailed documentation requirements, and best practice enforcement across all outsourced projects. Transparent metrics tracking including defect density, code quality scores, test coverage, and velocity provide continuous visibility. Independent quality audits and third-party security assessments validate our standards. Regular client demos and feedback cycles ensure alignment with expectations throughout development.

A: Common outsourcing risks include communication challenges, quality concerns, intellectual property protection, cultural differences, timezone gaps, and project management difficulties. We proactively mitigate these through multiple strategies: Communication Risks—We ensure English proficiency, provide overlapping work hours, use video conferencing, establish clear protocols, and assign dedicated project managers as single points of contact. Quality Risks—Rigorous talent vetting, certified processes, comprehensive testing, code reviews, and transparent metrics ensure enterprise-grade deliverables. IP Protection—Comprehensive NDAs, code ownership agreements, secure development environments, and legal contracts protect your intellectual property completely. Cultural Risks—We provide cultural training, match teams by work style compatibility, and prioritize locations with similar business practices. Timeline Risks—Proven project management, buffer planning, risk registers, and proactive issue escalation keep projects on track. Security Risks—SOC 2 compliance, ISO 27001 certification, secure infrastructure, and regular audits protect your data and systems comprehensively.

A: Effective communication is critical to outsourcing success and we've optimized our approach across hundreds of projects. We establish clear communication protocols at project start including daily standup meetings via video call at mutually convenient times, weekly sprint planning and review sessions, regular one-on-one meetings between you and your dedicated project manager, and availability via Slack, Microsoft Teams, or your preferred platform. For offshore teams, we ensure 4-6 hours of overlapping work time for real-time collaboration. All outsourced developers have strong English proficiency (written and verbal) validated during hiring. We use collaborative tools including Jira or Asana for transparent task tracking, GitHub or GitLab for code collaboration, Confluence or Notion for documentation, and Zoom or Google Meet for video meetings. You receive regular status reports, risk alerts, and performance dashboards. Our project managers serve as communication bridges, translating technical details into business language and ensuring nothing gets lost in translation.

A: We can typically start outsourced development within 2-4 weeks from initial consultation, depending on project complexity and team size. Our rapid mobilization process includes Week 1: Requirements gathering, technical assessment, engagement model selection, team design, and proposal finalization. Week 2: Contract execution, NDA signing, team selection from our talent pool, initial technical interviews if desired, and security setup. Week 3: Development environment configuration, tool integration, team onboarding to your processes and domain, and sprint planning. Week 4: Development commencement with first sprint execution and initial deliverables. For urgent projects with standard requirements, we can accelerate to 1-2 weeks using our ready-to-deploy talent pool. For large teams (15+ developers) or highly specialized skills (quantum computing, advanced AI), allow 4-6 weeks. Once established, outsourced teams typically reach full productivity within 2-3 sprints as they develop domain expertise and team rhythm.

Let’s TALK

Ready to reduce development costs by up to 70% while accessing world-class global talent? At 86 Agency, we deliver software development outsourcing services that combine technical excellence, proven processes, and strategic partnership. Let's talk about your development challenges—book a free consultation today and discover how our outsourcing solutions can help you accelerate innovation, scale efficiently, optimize costs, and achieve your technology goals with confidence and transparency.

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