Connect with top-rated IT outsourcing companies to extend your IT capacity without expanding headcount. Our listicle has been vetted by 12 industry experts so you can reliably find an IT partner.
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Touchlane is a European mobile development studio that truly gets startups and SMBs. With 10+ years on the market, we turn ideas in fintech, health & fitness, and entertainment mobile development into secure, high-performing apps users love...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Staff Augmentation
- Cybersecurity
- IT Services
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- Location
- Tallinn, Estonia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Qarbon IT are experts in creating web and mobile applications with over 15 years of experience. We have the experience, knowledge and technical know-how to deliver an innovative digital product that will exceed your expectations. Qarbon IT assists businesses across major industries, such as finance, banking...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
- IoT
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- Location
- Katowice, Poland
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 27 Projects Listed
Momentum is a specialized healthcare software development company that builds scalable AI-powered solutions and mobile applications for healthcare organizations. Since 2016, we've delivered 100+ healthcare applications for startups, scale-ups, and healthcare providers across the US, UK, and Europe...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Product Design
- IT Services
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- Location
- Wroclaw, Poland
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 23 Projects Listed
Orion eSolutions is not only a one stop shop for technology but also a software boutique specialised in development of web applications, mobile apps, desktop application or customisation of already built technology upto the par of best practice in the market...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Software Development
- AI Development
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- Location
- San Jose, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Trantor is a pioneer in creating enterprise technology solutions and state-of-the-art Captive Centers of Excellence (CoE) assisting enterprises across the globe with their digital transformations and business needs. Our commitment to excellence and authenticity has led to long-term working relationships with...
Top Services:
- IT Services
- AI Development
- Location
- Menlo Park, California
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
TechMagic - a full-cycle development company with strong Healthtech expertise that provides end-to-end software development services to businesses.With a proven track record of 200+ successful projects, 10+ years on the market, and 300+ experts onboard, TechMagic is your trusted partner...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Cybersecurity
- IT Services
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- Location
- Lviv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
We are a globally-operating studio, capable of seamlessly working across all time zones. Our expertise extends to developing digital products tailored to specific target audiences and diverse markets. Our multilingual team is proficient in addressing a wide range of challenges. Our team is comprised of...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
BetterWorld Technology empowers businesses with reliable IT Services, digital solutions and unwavering support. The team's industry-leading capabilities turn challenges into opportunities in cloud, security, and managed technology, always guided by trust, passion, and collaboration...
Top Services:
- Staff Augmentation
- IT Services
- Managed Services
- Cybersecurity
- HR Outsourcing
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- Location
- Reston, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
We specialize in strategic IT consulting for forward-thinking businesses. We connect people in a digital world by providing technology leadership through systems, training, support and consulting services...
Top Services:
- IT Services
- Managed Services
- Cloud Consulting
- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
Red Key was founded by Alex Markov and Paul Grenci in 2002, with roots in the technology world originating during the early years of commercial internet and Windows computers. Our mission from inception was to create a forward-thinking IT firm with pristine attention to detail and a focus on the success of...
Top Services:
- Cybersecurity
- Managed Services
- IT Services
- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
We’re a Results-Only Work Environment. That means Ripplers work where they want, when they want, so long as the work gets done. ROWE demands the highest levels of personal responsibility, expects everyone to be ass-kickers, and rewards that by treating people like adults...
Top Services:
- Managed Services
- IT Services
- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
BNC provides Dallas and Denver-area businesses with quick, local and personalized IT support. With a passionate team of expert engineers, we’re committed to not only helping your business run smoothly, but also educating and equipping you with the data needed to make informed IT decisions. With no long term...
Top Services:
- Staff Augmentation
- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- Managed Services
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
CyberDuo is committed to delivering robust IT Services that drive secure digital transformation. The depth of our skillset guarantees superior outcomes in cybersecurity, cloud management, and infrastructure optimization. Partner with us for resilient, future-ready solutions...
Top Services:
- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- Managed Services
- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Our mission is to deliver a crazy good customer service.We aim to provide effective, relevant, and reliable IT solutions to our clients, delivered with exceptional customer service and transparency from start to finish...
Top Services:
- Cybersecurity
- IT Services
- Managed Services
- Cloud Consulting
- Business Consulting
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- Location
- Kent, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
As premier Flutter developers, Appsvolt offers top-notch software development and IT consulting, rivaling the best freelancers but with added reliability. Our advanced gig management platform ensures consistent support, adjusting to your workload needs. With a unique blend of product and domain knowledge, we...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- IT Services
- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
CSHARK - Custom Software Development | Product Design | IT outsourcing.We are flesh and blood and a bit of humor in a technology world. What we love the most is working on software projects with passionate people who like to get things done, as we do...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Wearables
- Product Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Wroclaw, Poland
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Alternova is a software company focused on the development of interactive digital health products and platforms. The company has a strong background in game engines and data analytics, bringing to the Digital Health industry products that are data driven, fun and easy to use...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- VR/AR
- Big Data Analytics
- IT Services
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
PROFESSIONAL PRODUCT DELIVERY IS OUR EVERYDAY LIFEFrom the beginning of the R&D process to the successful release of the end product, we help our customers to create more than just solutions, but also a value that their clients appreciate...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Product Design
- IT Services
- IoT
- Wearables
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- Location
- Gdansk, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Devlane is your trusted nearshore partner for scaling smarter and faster. We connect U.S. companies, from startups to Fortune 500 brands, with top tech talent from Latin America , building teams that seamlessly integrate into your business...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Big Data Analytics
- IT Services
- Staff Augmentation
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- Location
- Montevideo, Uruguay
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Our expertise covers a large number of services: from architecture and infrastructure operations to deployment, testing, and automation; from setting up CI/CD pipelines to Cloud migration and ensuring scalability. Over the years, we have successfully cooperated with businesses of various sizes and areas. We...
Top Services:
- IT Services
- Cloud Consulting
- Managed Services
- Cybersecurity
- Software Development
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Rather Labs embarked on its journey in July 2020, fueled by the entrepreneurial spirit of our founders and their commitment to creating advanced applications, captivating games, and beyond...
Top Services:
- Blockchain
- AI Development
- IT Services
- Staff Augmentation
- Software Development
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- Location
- Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
We build and supplement teams of IT specialists. Proprietary recruitment processes optimize the realization of the projects...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- IT Services
- Staff Augmentation
- Cybersecurity
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- Location
- Warsaw, Poland
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Our approach is simple. We work closely with you to understand your business goals and processes, and then tailor a perfect solution for you. We're all about delivering exceptional customer service, and we're not happy until you are...
Top Services:
- Cloud Consulting
- Software Development
- IT Services
- eCommerce Development
- CRM Consulting
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- Location
- Warsaw, Poland
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Profinit is a prominent technology consultancy firm that offers a wide array of specialized services designed to empower businesses with data-driven solutions. With a focus on Hadoop consulting, financial services and data management, their services encompass data integration, business intelligence, data...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Big Data Analytics
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Prague, Czech Republic
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
Traceroute42 is a technology consultancy firm with a vast expertise in infrastructure architecture, design & maintenance...
Top Services:
- Big Data Analytics
- Software Development
- Cloud Consulting
- Cybersecurity
- IT Services
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- Location
- Szczecin, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We are a technology-driven software house that provides high-quality web and mobile applicationsThe wide experience of our team enables to operate successfully in various areas, such as eHealth, telecom, logistic, fintech, IoT, work with AI, and others. We can create a digital product from scratch or...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Lodz, Poland
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Intelliarts is an Eastern European technology consulting and software engineering partner that specializes in building full-cycle data-driven and ML-powered solutions. With our talented team and proven expertise, we're committed to helping businesses worldwide expand their digital transformation initiatives...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- AI Development
- Big Data Analytics
- IoT
- Staff Augmentation
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- Location
- Lviv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 19 Projects Listed
Our full-stack team offers custom software development, integration and architectural consulting services.We help companies to achieve business goals by developing a technology solutions tailored to their timeline, quality and budgetary requirements...
Top Services:
- Blockchain
- Cloud Consulting
- Software Development
- Product Design
- AI Development
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- Location
- Vaughan, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
DeepSea Developments specializes in hardware design, fast prototyping, and scalable IoT solutions. We dive into technology's depths to explore new ideas in consumer electronics, electric mobility, industrial IoT, and healthcare. Our passion for innovation, coupled with excellent communication, ensures...
Top Services:
- IoT
- IT Services
- Cloud Consulting
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Palo Alto, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
One of the trusted Staff Augmentation service provider. CloudVandana has a considerable pool of remote developers from which organizations can select their best of remote developers...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Software Testing
- Software Development
- Blockchain
- CRM Consulting
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- Location
- New Delhi, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Best Software Development Company in Canada - Essence Tech Labs is Ontario's best software development company. A dedicated team of experienced mobile & web software developers. We build custom Mobile applications, reliable software, Web Development, Digital Marketing, and IT & Startup consulting services...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Our custom software development firm helps companies to fulfill their ambitions and create profitable digital products for business improvements...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Software Testing
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
A luminary in government custom software development, GP Solutions is a European powerhouse known for superior software development and IT consulting. Our expertise spans across industries like Finance, Healthcare, and Automotive. Tailoring our services, from Web Development to Team Outstaffing, we ensure...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- IoT
- Web Development
- IT Services
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- Location
- Unterschleißheim, Germany
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Designpluz is a reputable Website Design, Custom Software & Mobile App Development company in Sydney, Australia, with 17+ years of experience. We specialise in creating high-performing solution tailored for businesses of all sizes, helping them grow and succeed online...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Software Development
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- Location
- Sydney, Australia
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 15 Projects Listed
Patagonian started out in 2013 as the garage tech project of two engineers that did not want to leave their hometown in Patagonia, and have since evolved into a multinational tech company with development centers in Argentina, Colombia and offices in the USA.The region, with an untapped talent pool, top...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- IT Services
- HR Outsourcing
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- General Roca, Argentina
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
We are a results-driven software development agency that crafts customized solutions to meet your unique business needs. Our team of experts uses cutting-edge technologies and proven methodologies to deliver top-quality software that helps you achieve your sales goals...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- AI Development
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Burlington, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Intcore is a technology partner that builds scalable software and helps companies reduce cost and grow faster through AI products and AI automation...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Mobile App Development
- IT Services
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Cairo, Egypt
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
InterCode is an AI-first software engineering boutique specializing in multi-agent orchestration, sub-second Voice AI, and enterprise data platforms...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- AI Development
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- IT Services
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- Location
- Kennesaw, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 14 Projects Listed
For over a decade, BariTechSol has been a trusted partner for businesses looking for custom software solutions and top-notch BPO services. Our team delivers outsourcing and offshoring solutions you can rely on. With our expertise in .Net development, we ensure that your business processes run smoothly, giving...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Karachi, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
UHP - Delivering ImpactAs an established software development company, we support your digital strategy and implement custom solutions tailored to your needs, whether you are an ambitious scaling business or a corporate leader.We are committed to delivery and fair pricing (Nearshore)...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Digital Strategy
- Web Development
- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Darmstadt, Germany
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
The gap between AI ambition and AI value is execution. Globaldev combines AI transformation consulting, practical AI expertise, and hands-on delivery to define what makes sense, implement what works, and scale it across your organization, wit...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Testing
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- Location
- Warszawa, Poland
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 26 Projects Listed
Massive Startup was created to support entrepreneurs scale their business. We are not selling quick formulas for success or secret ways of growing your business. In our opinion success comes with honesty, a good product or service, and hard work. Simple...
Top Services:
- WordPress Website Design
- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- Corby, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Vivasoft Limited is a top software development company in Bangladesh, specializing in IT staff augmentation, software development, AI, and mobile app development. With 300+ engineers and 80+ global projects delivered, we help businesses build scalable, secure digital solutions...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Staff Augmentation
- IT Services
- Software Development
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- Location
- Dhaka, Bangladesh
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Tan θ Software Studio is a Custom Blockchain Development Company. We are a team of 30+ young engineers to build MVPs for startups and Enterprise Solutions...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
- IT Services
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- Location
- Surat, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Applied Labs is a leading provider of digital product development, ecommerce development and data & generative AI-based solutions...
Top Services:
- Staff Augmentation
- eCommerce Development
- AI Development
- IT Compliance Solution
- Big Data Analytics
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
At the forefront of web design, AWS cloud solutions, and the seamless integration of OpenAI technologies, our commitment to advancing digital excellence is unwavering. We hold a profound dedication to imbuing every project we undertake with the core tenets of simplicity, security, and sophistication. This...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Pune, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Altkom Software is a Custom Software Development Company with more than 20 years of experience...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- IT Services
- Staff Augmentation
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Warsaw, Poland
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Thaloz is an all-in-one tech partner offering integral solutions that facilitate your product development cycle, from initial design to implementation, ensuring every step translates to digital success...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Software Testing
- Mobile App Development
- Staff Augmentation
- IT Services
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- Location
- Montevideo, Uruguay
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
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Everything you need to know before you hire an IT outsourcing services company
Why can an IT outsourcing company do for my business?
Cost effectiveness and access to modern technological advancements are the main advantages in favor of IT outsourcing.
Businesses outsource different IT services so they can dedicate themselves to other commercial operations, mitigate operational risk, accelerate time-to-market, amplify internal capabilities, and bridge any technical gaps.
Notably, more than 78% of executives are willing to hire an IT outsourcing firm, mainly because it grants technical resilience that a small in-house team simply can't match.
These specialists can also help your future-proof your infrastructure.
Beyond fixing underperforming areas, a good partner can guide you through digital transformation, so your operations become more agile.
Notably, in 2025, 67% of executives raised their budgets for operated services, 57% for managed services, and 32% for traditional outsourcing.
What common IT outsourcing mistakes should I avoid?
Outsourcing is a good way to augment your internal capabilities, but it can stall when the setup is rushed or poorly defined. Here are a few common pitfalls to keep an eye out for when considering hiring IT outsourcing companies:
- Insufficient vendor research: Choosing a partner based on price alone without verifying their technical track record.
- Unclear objectives: Ill-defined goals and requirements will inevitably lead to mismatched expectations and scope creep.
- Missing contractual details: Skipping over specific terms regarding intellectual property, security protocols, and dispute resolution in the final agreement.
- Poor communication: Receiving ad-hoc updates instead of regular check-ins to maintain coordination between teams.
- Ignoring cultural and time zone differences: Underestimating how differing work cultures and time zone differences can disrupt daily workflows and productivity.
- Over-reliance on the vendor: Losing all internal expertise on critical operations will leave your business vulnerable if the partnership dissolves.
How to choose the best IT outsourcing company for my business?
To select the best IT outsourcing firm for your business, you should consider some of the following things:
- Outline your requirements
Having a defined set of requirements will hasten the search for an IT outsourcing company and will prevent unexpected costs. - Compare vendors
Rsearch multiple vendors so you can compare their technical capabilities, service extent, and cost-to-quality offering. - Consider offshore options
For tasks that don’t require much time zone alignment, you can consider an IT outsourcing company from different regions. - Check client reviews
Read the firms’ reviews on third party sites like Google and DesignRush to get a better sense of the service quality and reliability they can deliver. - Negotiate volume discounts
If you are looking to ousource IT specialists for multiple IT operations, you may be eligible for a discount based on contract and engagement volume.
How to find a specialist on DesignRush that fits my budget?
We prepared a list of IT outsourcing companies in different price points to help you find a vendor that meets your spending expectations:
| High budget: $50,0000 |
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| Low budget: $25,000 to $50,000 |
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Beyond budget, our DesignRush directory allows you to filter IT outsourcing firms by hourly rate, reviews, service type, location, team size, and more.
What questions should I ask an IT outsourcing services company before signing a contract?
Consider asking some of the following questions before signing a contract with an IT outsourcing company to determine if the candidate is a good fit:
Relevant Background
- How long have you been in business?
- Which areas in IT are outside your scope of expertise?
- Have you worked on similar projects in the past?
- Have you worked with clients within the same industry as ours?
Services and Processes
- What are your on-site and off-site services?
- Can you walk me through your discovery process?
- Which compliance frameworks do you support?
- What are your security and privacy policies?
- What is your disaster recovery and business continuity plan?
Related to Your Project
- Based on our current networks and systems, plus our requirements, which new hardware and software do you recommend?
- What automation processes do you think we should implement?
- How do we escalate high-priority issues? Who will respond to these and how fast can we get a response?
- Do we get around-the-clock client support?
- What is your pricing structure? What does it include?
Sources
DesignRush sustains a directory of over 40,000 agencies categorized by service category, location, expertise, and reviews. We build our database in two ways:
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5 Frequently Asked Questions About IT Outsourcing Companies
What services do IT outsourcing firms provide?
IT outsourcing companies provide on-demand services for network security, infrastructure management, disaster recovery, cloud services, data storage, general technical support, and sometimes, software development. The service entails hiring an external managed service provider (MSP) to handle various IT-related tasks and operate as an extension to the in-house team.
The following IT services are commonly outsourced:
- Technical support
- Data security (security audits, malware protection, data backup and recovery)
- Tech infrastructure planning
- Helpdesk
- Application, software, database, and custom platform development
- Network management
- Web development/web hosting
- Telecommunications
- Infrastructure – hardware, software, network installation and support
- Data center management
- Data storage
What are the different types of IT outsourcing?
When considering IT outsourcing service providers, businesses can choose based on location or collaborating model.
Location-based IT outsourcing
- Offshore outsourcing: Relaying IT tasks to IT providers in distant countries to take advantage of lower labor costs.
- Nearshore outsourcing: Sending IT-related work to a company that shares a similar time zone or is geographically close.
- Onshore outsourcing: Outsourcing a third-party service provider located in the same country.
Model-based IT outsourcing
- Staff augmentation: Hiring external IT specialists to join the in-house team temporarily and fill skill gaps without full recruitment.
- Dedicated team: Assigning a dedicated team that works exclusively for the contracting company.
- Managed services: Contracting a third-party company to provide network management services including call centers, network monitoring, and more.
How much do IT outsourcing service providers charge for their services?
IT outsourcing service providers charge from $15 to $200+ per hour, depending on the services and the provider's location. When considering the cost-to-quality-ratio, businesses commonly hire Eastern European IT outsourcing firms, particularly from Poland, Lithuania, Romania, and Bulgaria. Here’s how other regions compare:
| Region | Average hourly rate |
| North America | $100 to $200 |
| Western Europe | $80 to $150 |
| Eastern Europe | $30 to $70 |
| South Asia | $20 to $50 |
| Southeast Asia | $15 to $40 |
| Latin America | $25 to $60 |
What is the difference between IT consulting and IT outsourcing?
In simple terms, the difference between IT consulting and IT outsourcing is that consulting helps you decide what needs to be done, while IT outsourcing companies do it for you.
An IT consulting firm studies the IT infrastructure, identifies problems, checks for vulnerabilities, and recommends what systems, tools, or processes you should use. By contrast, an IT outsourcing company takes over specific work, such as managing infrastructure, maintaining software, handling support, or running day-to-day IT operations.
What industries hire most IT outsourcing firms?
The BSFI (banking, financial services, and insurance) sector outsources IT services the most. The majority of institutions in this vertical have a dedicated IT outsourcing firm that handles their software and cloud maintenance.
Following as a close second are healthcare, retail, and eCommerce verticals. Businesses across these sectors hire IT specialists to accelerate their omnichannel, mobile, and personalization initiatives.
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