In recent years, outsourcing to foreign nations has been a popular topic of discussion. With all these conversations surrounding outsourcing to other countries, there are bound to be some misunderstandings. Here are five common misconceptions and the truth behind them.
You will lose control of your project
A major misunderstanding is that outsourcing QA services will result in losing control of your project. This couldn’t be further from the truth. You can have the same amount of control over your project as you would with an in-house team. With an onsite/ offshore model that you receive at QASource, you will have a lead who will coordinate between the offshore team and you.
You will lose control of your project
A major misunderstanding is that outsourcing QA services will result in losing control of your project. This couldn’t be further from the truth. You can have the same amount of control over your project as you would with an in-house team. With an onsite/ offshore model that you receive at QASource, you will have a lead who will coordinate between the offshore team and you.
Outsourcing will eliminate jobs in U.S.
This is perhaps the most common misconception of outsourcing. When you choose to outsource your project, you will receive a team of highly skilled engineers who will become a part of your existing team. Essentially, at least the way QASource does it, the outsourced engineers are an extension of you. These engineers will partner with your current team to help complete your project. Also, QASource believes that outsourcing increases jobs by helping companies grow and be more successful than they otherwise would have been. It allows companies to use resources wisely and in turn grows the team with both the outsourced partner and internally with FTEs.
The results will be of lower quality
Outsourcing can actually provide results of higher quality. Many countries have been outsourced to for years and have lots of experience. One such country is India. The Indian Government supports it's multi-billion dollar IT industry and houses numerous prestigious IT institutes. Indian engineers are some of the best and have rare skillsets that are difficult to find in other places. This is especially true for our clients in the Silicon Valley. Over 60% of QASource’s new clients come to us because they cannot find the talent they need in U.S.
The cultural differences will hinder your project
Cultural differences have the potential to result in numerous complications. However, having someone on your team who is familiar with the culture can help avoid complications. Also, having a company who knows both cultures well, and then implements policies and best practices to solve those differences, enables the cultural differences to be eliminated.
The language barrier will be problematic
Being unable to understand each other is a difficulty that could hinder your project’s timely completion. However, the job requirements for software testers require aspiring testers to be proficient in, or have a decent command of, both written and spoken English.
In spite of these misconceptions, outsourcing QA services is a largely popular practice that you and your company should consider. It will be highly beneficial to you as it will save you time and money. If you feel outsourcing is right for you, visit qasource.com to learn more and get started!
This is perhaps the most common misconception of outsourcing. When you choose to outsource your project, you will receive a team of highly skilled engineers who will become a part of your existing team. Essentially, at least the way QASource does it, the outsourced engineers are an extension of you. These engineers will partner with your current team to help complete your project. Also, QASource believes that outsourcing increases jobs by helping companies grow and be more successful than they otherwise would have been. It allows companies to use resources wisely and in turn grows the team with both the outsourced partner and internally with FTEs.
The results will be of lower quality
Outsourcing can actually provide results of higher quality. Many countries have been outsourced to for years and have lots of experience. One such country is India. The Indian Government supports it's multi-billion dollar IT industry and houses numerous prestigious IT institutes. Indian engineers are some of the best and have rare skillsets that are difficult to find in other places. This is especially true for our clients in the Silicon Valley. Over 60% of QASource’s new clients come to us because they cannot find the talent they need in U.S.
The cultural differences will hinder your project
Cultural differences have the potential to result in numerous complications. However, having someone on your team who is familiar with the culture can help avoid complications. Also, having a company who knows both cultures well, and then implements policies and best practices to solve those differences, enables the cultural differences to be eliminated.
The language barrier will be problematic
Being unable to understand each other is a difficulty that could hinder your project’s timely completion. However, the job requirements for software testers require aspiring testers to be proficient in, or have a decent command of, both written and spoken English.
In spite of these misconceptions, outsourcing QA services is a largely popular practice that you and your company should consider. It will be highly beneficial to you as it will save you time and money. If you feel outsourcing is right for you, visit qasource.com to learn more and get started!