In December 2012, AgilityFeat received a call from a logistics software company looking for a team that could build a proof of concept for an innovative real-time data dashboard. This was the beginning of a business relationship that has spanned 13 years and counting, and has led to AgilityFeat becoming their long-term, trusted partner for flexible IT staffing in Latin America.
Rather than expand their core team for an unproven prototype, they turned to a nearshore staffing model to access skilled developers that worked in similar time zones, initially looking at Costa Rica where AgilityFeat’s initial teams were based. The ensuing prototype the AgilityFeat team built became one of the central products of their company.
Based on that success, AgilityFeat became their primary staffing partner, providing over half of their technical organization over the past 13 years, across every role in the software development lifecycle from UI/UX to software development, DevOps, testing, and product management.
An Evolving Nearshore Staffing Solution
The Initial Engagement
Our work with this client began with a “skunk works” style project, a separate innovation center from their core in-house team. This approach allowed them to experiment with innovative concepts without disrupting existing operations while maintaining confidence in seamless future integration.
After the success of the prototype, company leadership approved its continued development, as well as using our remote LatAm team to integrate it with other core systems. As the product matured and became integral to their product line, the nearshore team also grew and matured into an integral part of their technical staffing to this day.
The Journey
- Development of a product prototype
- Integration of the successful prototype into customer product lines
- Growth in the technical team as the product line grew
- Increased responsibility in augmenting other technical groups with LatAm tech talent
- End-client visibility as our team assisted our client’s partners with integrations and unique requirements
- Continued development and growth with the organization over time
Key Success Factors
Collaborative Nearshore Development
Our collaborative and entrepreneurial approach enabled experimentation without disruption. This flexibility proved crucial during the global economic changes of the past decade, including pandemic-related challenges, where nearshore staffing provided the adaptability needed to maintain operations.
Comprehensive Technical Expertise
AgilityFeat provides more than just software developers. Our holistic approach includes UX professionals, Product managers, Architects, DevOps engineers, and QA specialists – making us a true development partner rather than just a staffing vendor.
Strategic Cost Optimization
Our team expanded beyond Costa Rica to include top Latin American developers from Brazil and other LatAm markets. This geographic diversity, combined with nearshore time zones and consistent quality, helps optimize costs while maintaining high-caliber talent.
Low Attrition, High Quality
We maintain consistent teams with very low attrition rates due to interesting work opportunities and direct client collaboration. Our flexible contract model has even enabled specialized developer recruitment from other regions and helped establish internship programs.
Business Impact of Nearshore Software Development
Product Innovation at Scale
AgilityFeat regularly helps our client explore innovative technologies and new product lines, then seamlessly integrates successful prototypes into enterprise-ready solutions. This unique combination of innovation flexibility with nearshore pricing and in-house knowledge creates scalable processes for enterprise clients.
Flexible Growth in Competitive Markets
Our collaborative nearshore approach enables rapid scaling to meet customer demands while managing costs in a global workforce. This balance of cost efficiency and quality delivery is essential in highly competitive industries.
Results: 13 Years of Nearshore Staffing Success
Over 13 years, AgilityFeat has helped contract hundreds of developers, becoming an essential part of our client’s success story. We’ve demonstrated that companies can scale from innovation prototypes to enterprise-ready solutions without constantly switching between contracting agencies or hiring everything internally.
Why Choose Nearshore Staff Augmentation?
For companies looking to scale their development capabilities, nearshore staffing offers:
- Time Zone Alignment: Latin American developers work in compatible hours with US companies
- Cost Efficiency: Significant savings compared to onshore development without sacrificing quality
- Cultural Compatibility: Shared business practices and communication styles
- Scalability: Ability to quickly ramp up or down based on project needs
- Access to Top Talent: Tap into Latin America’s growing pool of skilled developers
This 13-year partnership demonstrates how the right nearshore software development partner can become integral to long-term business success, providing the flexibility to innovate while maintaining the stability to scale.
Ready to explore how nearshore staffing can transform your development capabilities? Contact AgilityFeat to learn more about our Latin American tech talent solutions.
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