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  • PHP-CODER-FOR-HIRE
    Confirmed User
    • Nov 2006
    • 1090
    #1

    Outsourcing -- Opinions, anyone?

    I'm sure there have been countless posts just like this one, which could easily be found by searching the forums, but nevertheless, here it goes:

    Has anyone had any experience with outsourcing overseas? I mean, I see ads all the time for full-time employees starting at under $400/month.

    Like, what the... I charge that for a minimum sized project!

    What are your opinions? Is it good? Is it shitty? Please vote above, and let me know what you have found with overseas outsourcing.
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    • BlueWire
      Confirmed User
      • Nov 2004
      • 4628
      #2
      It is a valuable tool...however, 60% of people who outsource offshore are unhappy with the result. The reason for this in my opinion is because:

      1) They think of it as a quick fix
      2) No offshore infrastructure

      I realize its tempting to hire a freelancer for $500-$1,000/mo. Or to go with the outsourcing company with the lowest prices.

      However, to really have a successful outsourcing experience there is a lot needing to be in place. Strong internet structure, HR Department, Recruitment Department, On-Site administration...etc

      A freelancer or low-end offshore outsourcing company cannot provide this at a high enough level. The prices are still extremely manageable with the higher quality firms and the success rates are significantly higher. Its seriously night and day.

      My

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        • tony299
          lurker
          • Aug 2002
          • 57021
          #3
          its going to ruin this country and then everyone will wonder why

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            • PHP-CODER-FOR-HIRE
              Confirmed User
              • Nov 2006
              • 1090
              #4
              I agree that going with an outsourcing company isn't the best, especially when overseas. No offense intended, but there are definitely communication barriers when outsourcing to non-FLUENT-English-speaking locations.

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                • PHP-CODER-FOR-HIRE
                  Confirmed User
                  • Nov 2006
                  • 1090
                  #5
                  Originally posted by tony404
                  its going to ruin this country and then everyone will wonder why
                  Much like Chinese throw-away products...

                  It's a pretty sad day in North America when not only the products are being imported, but also skilled service

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                    • PHP-CODER-FOR-HIRE
                      Confirmed User
                      • Nov 2006
                      • 1090
                      #6
                      Bump for more opinions!

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                        • kmanrox
                          aka K-Man
                          • Oct 2001
                          • 29295
                          #7
                          my programmer is from the ukraine, $600/month, he's never late for projects, is always online and responsive, comes up with his own ideas to make projects better, etc.... the best programmer i've ever worked with by far...
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                            • fibble
                              Confirmed User
                              • Sep 2006
                              • 771
                              #8
                              Not all outsourcing companies cant give you good results, some can give you satisfying result and can speak fluent english

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                                • Greg MissionD
                                  Confirmed User
                                  • Apr 2005
                                  • 4866
                                  #9
                                  Originally posted by BlueWire
                                  It is a valuable tool...however, 60% of people who outsource offshore are unhappy with the result. The reason for this in my opinion is because:

                                  1) They think of it as a quick fix
                                  2) No offshore infrastructure

                                  I realize its tempting to hire a freelancer for $500-$1,000/mo. Or to go with the outsourcing company with the lowest prices.

                                  However, to really have a successful outsourcing experience there is a lot needing to be in place. Strong internet structure, HR Department, Recruitment Department, On-Site administration...etc

                                  A freelancer or low-end offshore outsourcing company cannot provide this at a high enough level. The prices are still extremely manageable with the higher quality firms and the success rates are significantly higher. Its seriously night and day.

                                  My
                                  Very well put
                                  ICQ:119936

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