In today’s changing workforce, creativity and technical knowledge are the two most powerful agents for progress and innovation. Especially in the tech world, companies have seen just how beneficial and cost-effective remote work can be. It not only allows for a lower production cost (no need for an office or headquarters) but it maximizes potential and productivity in a generation largely accustomed to independent and self-paced work.
The word ‘startup’ is often used interchangeably to describe a new up-and-coming company. While the word is used readily, it tends to refer to companies that are not only in the beginning stages of development but companies that have undertaken the creation of a new product or service. This is usually based on a particular market demand or a niche that has a potential to be capitalized. There are no clear numbers as to the number of startups each year, but it is safe to say that the entrepreneurial spirit is on the rise with technology and a stable economy.
Startup companies look toward the future; they have a desire to grow and grow big. They have an idea, some product market fit, and some funding. Typically they think big and tend to use technology to aid them in their rapid ascension. They want to get things rolling so they can get to the next round quickly, as the competition is likely to be fierce. At the same time a startup company is one focused on filling a void or solving a problem in today’s market.
When it comes to startup companies involved in the technology sector, we have found that they typically demand certain skill sets. When you would want to outsource this first is depending on your needs and below are some of the typical jobs outsourced.
Today’s rapidly changing technologies are constantly creating opportunities for entrepreneurs and creative people to fill a gap and create something that is necessary and useful. Some of the biggest companies today began in the realm of the startup. Take AirBnB, Instagram, LinkedIn. All of these began with an idea and flourished through trial and error, smart hiring and development, and are now leaders in their industry.
If you are starting or running a startup and wondering how to grow it without increasing your costs too much, outsourcing some key roles might be a good way to move to the next level. Here at CodersLink, we have connected a number of successful startups with highly specialized and competent developers in Mexico eager to work on a creative project and show off their hard earned skills and knowledge.