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Applied Labs is a leading provider of digital product development, ecommerce development and data & generative AI-based solutions...
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- 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
Since 2020, we have been engaged in the development of enterprise-level web applications, along with data analytics and management solutions. Our technology has been successfully implemented in over 30 projects across Europe, primarily within the media, energy, and logistics sectors...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Cloud Consulting
- eCommerce Development
- Staff Augmentation
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- Location
- Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
AXAT Technologies, is a fast Growing Web Development, Mobile App Development and Digital Marketing firm, Located at Mumbai, India and Singapore. Website Development, Web App Development, E-Commerce Development, Custom Application Development, Cloud Application Development, SAAS Application Development...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Mumbai, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
ITSharkz is a Warsaw-based software company founded in 2018. We build dedicated development teams for European companies, provide IT staff augmentation (outstaffing) and design AI automation and AI agents that remove manual work. Our engineers are based in Poland, in the EU and the CET time zone, and join...
Top Services:
- Staff Augmentation
- Software Development
- AI Development
- IT Services
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Warsaw, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
For Enterprise, Expertise, Excellence, and Execution - FE defines success.Revolutionize your business with FindErnest. Leverage our global insights and custom strategies for enhanced growth and performance through innovation. Our solutions, including Technology Consulting, AI & Cybersecurity, and Cloud...
Top Services:
- IT Services
- IT Compliance Solution
- DevOps Consulting
- Cybersecurity
- Managed Services
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Lexogrine is a premier AI agent development company and web and mobile software company specializing in AI development, React, React Native, and Node.js development...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- Cybersecurity
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Krakow, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
We empower businesses / non-profits / communities with powerful technology solutions that shape their future...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- AI Development
- eCommerce Development
- Blockchain
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- Location
- Bakersfield, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Vimera is an official certified Salesforce partner, powered by Andersen Group an international software provider with 18 years of experience in the industry, over 1000 projects worldwide, and 3500+ IT professionals. Our expertise is backed by more than 120 Salesforce certifications...
Top Services:
- Cloud Consulting
- CRM Consulting
- Managed Services
- Staff Augmentation
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- Location
- Warsaw, Poland
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $55/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Get custom software development from primathon. We help our customers to transform their products and improve processes to design and develop profitable software faster...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Software Testing
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- Location
- Gurgaon, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Smart IT Staff is a global IT staff augmentation provider with 400+ certified experts skilled in Salesforce, ServiceNow, Azure, AWS, and more. We offer flexible hiring models - time & material, dedicated teams, managed services, and project outsourcing based on your needs...
Top Services:
- Staff Augmentation
- Location
- Jaipur, India
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
With uninterrupted as your dependable partner in Cloud and DevOps, concerns about security and product availability become a thing of the past, allowing you to concentrate on your core business operations...
Top Services:
- DevOps Consulting
- Cloud Consulting
- Software Development
- IoT
- AI Development
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- Location
- Szczecin, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We started Solv. Systems because we'd watched too many businesses pay for consultancy that never changed a single decision. So we do it the other way around listen first, then build a Microsoft Fabric and Power BI platform around how your business actually works, and hand your team the keys when it's done...
Top Services:
- Big Data Analytics
- Staff Augmentation
- AI Development
- Business Consulting
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- Location
- Gqeberha, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Certified Salesforce Consulting Partner with an office in Miami and delivery teams across Latin America. Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, Agentforce and custom development, in your time zone and in English and Spanish...
Top Services:
- CRM Consulting
- Business Consulting
- Staff Augmentation
- AI Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Right Information is an applied software engineering company. We cover the full spectrum of custom software development services, from end-to-end platform development, engineering consultancy, through specialized professional services, to ongoing support and maintenance of the software systems...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Wearables
- AI Development
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
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- Location
- Wroclaw, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Whether youre looking to outsource a critical project or scale your technology team, SOLTECH can help. With nearly 30 years of experience and a forward-looking approach that leverages AI tools, we help our clients build smarter solutions and accelerate results...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- AI Development
- Software Testing
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- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
At Aqusag LLC, we serve as your trusted technology partner, providing reliable cutting-edge solutions. With a diverse global clientele, our expertise lies in crafting innovative software products that tackle both complex and traditional challenges. Our mission is to deliver high-quality software solutions to...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Blockchain
- Staff Augmentation
- Mobile App Development
- Software Testing
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- Location
- Middletown, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Based in the Republic of Moldova, we are an IT consulting company dedicated to delivering professional and progressive custom software development services. Our mission is to create exceptional solutions that not only meet but exceed expectations, driving success for our clients...
Top Services:
- IT Services
- Staff Augmentation
- Software Development
- Business Consulting
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Chișinău, Moldova
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
UNL Solutions is a UK-based Dedicated Software Development Center providing tailored software and mobile solutions for companies of all sizes. With access to 150+ IT professionals, we build dedicated teams that integrate with client processes and operate across the UK, Europe, and the USA. We support...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- IoT
- Software Testing
- IT Services
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- Location
- Loughborough, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $37/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
SupraBT is a multinational company that offers a variety of services and technological solutions. These offerings make it possible for business processes to be developed across a variety of industries by integrating and innovating information technology and communications in a manner that is responsive to the...
Top Services:
- IT Services
- Managed Services
- Cybersecurity
- Staff Augmentation
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Retcon helps companies implement, modernize and support Microsoft Dynamics 365 ERP environments. We specialize in Dynamics 365 Finance, Supply Chain Management, Commerce, legacy Dynamics AX, system integrations, Polish localization, KSeF and practical AI scenarios for business operations. Our work combines...
Top Services:
- ERP Consulting
- CRM Consulting
- Staff Augmentation
- Managed Services
- IT Services
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- Location
- Warsaw, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
STS Software is a leading software development company in US, delivering innovative, scalable, and cost-effective technology solutions to businesses worldwide. With a focus on quality, agility, and customer success, we specialize in web, mobile, and enterprise software development tailored to meet diverse...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Reston, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
8Cloud Technologies Inc. is a full-service IT solutions and digital transformation company helping businesses modernize, automate, and scale. We offer Microsoft Solutions, cloud services, custom web and mobile development, eCommerce, AI, cybersecurity, managed IT, creative digital solutions, and staff...
Top Services:
- IT Services
- Business Consulting
- Staff Augmentation
- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
BrokenRubik is a digital commerce agency specializing in NetSuite, SuiteCommerce, Shopify, UX/UI, and system integrations. We help brands create connected, scalable commerce experiences that bring design, technology, and operations together...
Top Services:
- ERP Consulting
- eCommerce Development
- Staff Augmentation
- Web Development
- Design Services
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- Location
- Montevideo, Uruguay
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $140/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Build what matters. Ship what works...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Staff Augmentation
- AI Development
- Product Design
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- Location
- Jaipur, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Evinent GmbH is a software development company focused on legacy system modernization and custom enterprise solutions. We help mid-sized and large businesses improve outdated systems, streamline operations, and build scalable web and mobile platforms...
Top Services:
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Grasbrunn, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We provide expert UX consulting with 18+ years proven success. Our multi-disciplinary team delivers product strategy, user research, UX design, training and experience testing. We have offices in Toronto, Ottawa, Canada, New York USA and Cambridge, London, UK...
Top Services:
- UI/UX Design
- Digital Services
- Product Design
- Staff Augmentation
- Market Research
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
FINEST AS is an Estonian IT consultancy with 25+ years of experience building custom software, e-commerce platforms, and enterprise systems that genuinely improve people's lives. ISO 9001 and ISO 27001 certified, Microsoft Solutions Partner, with clients including government agencies, banks, and energy...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- IT Services
- eCommerce Development
- Staff Augmentation
- Software Testing
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- Location
- Tallinn, Estonia
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Pinetics.com is a global engineering services company specializing in electronic product development for medical devices, automotive, industrial automation, and IoT. We provide end-to-end solutions, including embedded systems, hardware design, regulatory compliance, staff augmentation, and turnkey product...
Top Services:
- Staff Augmentation
- Design Services
- Location
- Wakad, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
300+ realized projects15+ countries300 000 hours of development96% happy customers100% developers with Master Degree in Computer ScienceWe deliver:Apps with a deep feeling of user experienceMix of the latest technologies and skills for your web projectAwesome design of your idea...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- IoT
- AI Development
- Staff Augmentation
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- Location
- Kharkiv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Ingenuity is a prominent software company that offers a comprehensive range of services, including software outsourcing, technology consulting, and enterprise solutions, to clients across the globe.We collaborate with startups, creative agencies, and enterprises to develop innovative solutions that...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- UI/UX Design
- Mobile App Development
- Digital Strategy
- Staff Augmentation
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- Location
- Davao City, Philippines
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Doocat has almost 15 years of experience in Fintech Solutions and Automated Processes. We operate in 6 countries worldwide, with our banking solutions deployed across multiple countries, assisting numerous financial institutions with their automation needs...
Top Services:
- Software Testing
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Big Data Analytics
- Staff Augmentation
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- Location
- Yerevan, Armenia
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Average Hourly Rate
- $37/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
CompassMSP is a right-sized technology partner for growing businesses that want strong IT, advanced security, and reliable support in one place. We work with organizations that value real expertise, steady performance, and service from people who understand how their teams operate. We bring IT management...
Top Services:
- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- IT Compliance Solution
- Cloud Consulting
- Staff Augmentation
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- Location
- West Hartford, Connecticut
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
WellDev stands as a distinguished software development company, renowned for delivering comprehensive and high-quality full-cycle engineering services to a diverse range of global clients. With a steadfast commitment to excellence, our team of seasoned professionals employs cutting-edge technologies and...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Zürich, Switzerland
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We are a Swedish/Bosnian award-winning agency specializing in IT outsourcing and end-to-end software development. With 85 experts on our team, we work with ventures and established companies to turn ideas into functional, high-quality products...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- IT Services
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Gothenburg, Sweden
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Vigored provides premium services in AI, software development, and platform engineering. Our expertise ensures innovative and robust solutions tailored to your business needs. Partner with us for cutting-edge technology that drives growth and efficiency...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- IT Services
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- Location
- Sofia, Bulgaria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
ACME ONE is a Dubai-based technology consulting and software development company helping startups and enterprises build scalable digital products and modernize operations through high-performance software solutions...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
A product-focused software development partner helping businesses build reliable, scalable digital solutions with top engineering talent and a transparent delivery approach...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- IoT
- DevOps Consulting
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- Location
- Rugby, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We have always delivered on time - and can provide references...
Top Services:
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Thimphu, Bhutan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
#1 Reliable Digital Agency.The world's most efficient digital marketing agency, providing a wide range of exclusive services.Tafol Technologies is ranked as one of the best digital marketing agencies in Asia...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Software Development
- Blockchain
- Mobile App Development
- IT Services
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- Location
- Karachi, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Fifths' design and customized development services are dedicated to fulfilling your technological requirements, thereby enhancing business outcomes and improving quality of life. We possess an unwavering commitment to tenaciously address even the most intricate challenges. Our collective strength is forged...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Software Testing
- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- DevOps Consulting
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- Location
- Yerevan, Armenia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Codeex: Your trusted IT partner with 10+ years of experience delivering custom software, blockchain solutions, and outstaffing services. Powered by cutting-edge tech like Node.js, React.js, and Solidity, we empower businesses in finance, healthcare, eCommerce, and beyond...
Top Services:
- Blockchain
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Yerevan, Armenia
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Solutions Wave, a leading software development firm, is committed to offering innovative, customized solutions that improve business operations. Our specialty is customizing and executing leading CRM systems, such as SugarCRM, Salesforce, Microsoft Dynamics, and Odoo, to your businesss specific needs...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Rochester Hills, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Brightter is a global AI-driven digital transformation company based in San Francisco. We have partnered with forward-thinking businesses for over a decade to create exceptional digital experiences. Our expertise spans AI transformation, brand strategy, website development, web applications, and search engine...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
The Botss is an agentic AI development company. We build WhatsApp chatbots, voice AI agents, AI automation pipelines and custom AI SaaS products for startups, SMEs and enterprises...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Big Data Analytics
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Karachi, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We offer end to end solutions as a creative innovation agency, specializing in interactive installations, multi-sensory brand experiences, retail branding solutions and immersive storytelling agency work...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Business Consulting
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- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Devfied helps HealthTech, EdTech and AI SaaS companies design, build and scale software products. We develop web platforms, React Native mobile apps, AI enabled workflows, portals, dashboards and third party integrations. Our team can deliver complete products or work alongside internal engineering teams to...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Staff Augmentation
- Engineering
- Web Development
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- Location
- Lahore, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Appther is a software and mobile app development company creating intelligent, scalable, and user-friendly digital solutions powered by innovation and AI...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- AI Development
- Design Services
- Product Design
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- Location
- Noida, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $22/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Svegile Technologies is a next-gen provider of top software design and development talent and services for companies that need - expertise, efficiency, and innovation including end-to-end digital services and software testing services...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Software Development
- Software Testing
- Staff Augmentation
- Managed Services
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- Location
- Hyderabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Gemperts empowers businesses with advanced AI development, automation, and custom software solutions designed to improve efficiency, innovation, and long-term growth. Our experienced team creates scalable technology solutions tailored to unique business needs...
Top Services:
- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- Software Development
- AI Development
- IoT
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- Location
- Lucknow, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Building Scaleable Solutions With Trust...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Design Services
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Lahore, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
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7 Frequently Asked Questions About Staff Augmentation Companies
What services do staff augmentation firms typically provide?
Staff augmentation firms provide a range of talent solutions depending on their area of specialization. Here are some of the most common staff augmentation services:
- IT staff augmentation: UI/UX designers, software developers, mobile app developers, data analysts, QA testers, cybersecurity specialists, and DevOps engineers
- Finance and accounting staffing: Bookkeepers, accountants, financial analysts, and compliance professionals
- Creative and marketing staffing: Content writers, graphic designers, social media managers, and performance marketers
- Manufacturing and operations staffing: Industrial engineers, quality control inspectors, and supply chain analysts
Some staff augmentation services also cover strategy consulting or fractional leadership support, such as CFOs, CTOs, or senior operations and manufacturing consultants.
What is the difference between staff augmentation and outsourcing?
Staff augmentation involves temporarily hiring external skilled professionals to expand your internal team's capacity. These professionals work alongside your in-house staff, follow your processes, and are managed directly by your team.
Because of this team augmentation, you have more direct control over day-to-day execution, workflows, and priorities while scaling faster.
Outsourcing, by contrast, involves hiring an external vendor to handle an entire project or business function. In this model, the vendor usually manages the team, processes, and delivery, while your company oversees results and business goals.
Outsourcing is often a better fit for clearly defined projects or ongoing functions. For example, a company might outsource mobile app development for a food delivery solution to an external custom software development company.
In short, staff augmentation scales your team, while outsourcing scales your operations as a whole.
What is the difference between staff augmentation and managed services?
Staff augmentation entails hiring external professionals to fill a skill gap or expand internal team capacity in areas such as your engineering team, marketing team, or HR department. These skilled professionals work as an extension of your dedicated team and follow your company's processes, tools, and management structure.
On the other hand, managed services involve outsourcing a specific function to a third-party provider that is responsible for delivering and managing that service. This model is especially common in IT, where a provider might take ownership of functions such as cybersecurity, custom software development, or help desk support using its own processes, tools, and service standards.
The key difference is control: with staff augmentation, you manage the people; with managed services, the provider manages the function.
When should you hire a staff augmentation company instead of a full-time employee?
The right choice depends on your hiring timeline, budget, need for specialized skills, and whether the role is temporary or long-term.
Consider hiring a staff augmentation company if:
- You need to scale your team quickly based on seasonal demand, project spikes, or changing workloads.
- You need specialized expertise that is not available in-house or is difficult to hire locally.
- You want more staffing flexibility without making a long-term hiring commitment.
- You need support for a defined project or short- to mid-term initiative.
Consider hiring a full-time employee if:
- You need someone in a permanent role with long-term ownership and continuity.
- The role requires deep knowledge of your brand, internal culture, or business context.
- The position involves highly sensitive responsibilities that require close internal oversight.
How long does the typical onboarding process take for augmented staff?
Typically, the onboarding process for augmented staff takes 90 days. However, some companies offer 14 days, while others may require 6 months.
The actual timeline will depend on the role, level of seniority, and complexity of your systems and processes.
In many cases, initial onboarding can take anywhere from a few days to a few weeks. However, full ramp-up may take longer, especially for highly specialized or leadership roles.
For instance, a junior bookkeeper may only need 7-14 days for onboarding. By contrast, a senior finance consultant or CFO-level advisor working with proprietary systems and cross-functional processes may need several weeks or even a few months to fully ramp up.
What industries are seeing the most growth in staff augmentation?
According to research by the QX Global Group, the industries seeing the highest growth in staff augmentation are:
- Locum tenens: 12%
- Education: 10%
- Engineering: 3%
- Retained search: 5%
Additionally, these segments are forecasted to drive staffing market growth by 2026:
- Healthcare: 6%
- IT: 5%
- Industrial staffing: 3%
What are the top staff augmentation companies?
We have curated a list of top staff augmentation providers on DesignRush across multiple price points, so you can identify a vendor that's within your budget.
| High budget: $50,000+ |
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| Mid budget: $25,000-$50,000 |
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| Low budget: $10,000-$25,000 |
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Beyond budget, our agency directory allows you to filter agency profiles by location, area of expertise, agency reviews, client types, team size, and hourly rates.