How to Internationally Outsource Software Development

In the field of business process outsourcing, IT outsourcing including software development outsourcing is among the most effective ways to cut costs. You can get state-of-the-art IT solutions when you work with offshore software development companies without the expense of developing your own in-house team. In countries such as India, software development outsourcing is among the top services offered by business process outsourcing companies.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Market research
• Lawyer
• Software concept

Outsource Software Development Internationally

1. Select your international outsource partner carefully. You can put together a comprehensive request for proposal announcement which allow you to select from a variety of competitors on an international level. Request referrals as part of the application process and be sure to follow up by contacting at least one contact from each potential candidate as your new outsourcing partner.

2. Brainstorm about what your image of a successful software development outsourcing partner is for this project. As applications are received, compare them to your vision of the perfect partner and consider only those that fit within your guidelines.

3. Ask potential candidates for code samples to be reviewed by independent software experts. This will aid even the novice software developer in determining which outsourcing candidates have the skills required to complete the task at hand.

4. Protect your rights to your original intellectual property by clearly defining the role your outsourcing partner will play in the development of your new software. It is advisable to enlist the help of a lawyer with expertise in the field of intellectual property to draw up and review any contracts between your company and your potential international partner.

5. Remember that good communication is the key to success in any project. When outsourcing internationally, consider whether face-to-face meetings are required or if communication via email and phone will suffice. If you need "face time" to feel comfortable in your new partnership, outsource to a firm with a head office or branch within easy traveling distance.

Tips & Warnings

• Conduct market research before outsourcing your project to a software development team. You will need to compile data on what your users will expect the software you are creating to do for them as well as what kind of data they can expect to input. You should have a clear understanding of what your market plans to do with the output generated by your software as well as what kind of interface your audience prefers when interacting with your software.

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[csprestoninc]

on 6/24/2009 Here is another article (written from a neutral standpoint) that provides more information on Selecting a Software Development Company.

http://cspreston.wordpress.com/2009/06/01/selecting-software-development-company/

Thanks,

Brett Miller
www.customsoftwarebypreston.com