| Type |
Costing |
Best When |
Comments |
| Project Based |
Fixed based on milestones
|
- Requirements are very clear.
- Team will be a significant addition to existing team or all of it.
- Team's capabilities are known well.
|
- Agile possible as well if client is fully engaged in the development process.
- Maximum cost savings possible as onus is onto us to deliver in-time on-budget.
|
| Resource Based |
Hourly or daily rates based on type of resource engaged |
- Want to augment your team with more resources.
- Unsure of exact requirements.
- Starting off for the first time.
|
- We could also offer blended rates based on pre-set conditions so smoothen the billing.
- Great way to start off with us.
|
| Partnership Engagement |
Pre-defined hourly rate (typically at cost) + Share of profits earned |
- Not enough capital to take a risk.
- Expect the product/solution to be sold to others through you.
- Willingness to share risk and as well as gains.
|
- Excellent combination of your domain knowledge and our technology skills to form a win-win partnership.
- Shared IP
|
| Dedicated Development Facility |
Flexible based on type of needs and resources |
Best for settings up low-cost offshore center without the headache of managing it. |
- IP is owned by you.
- Can set up facility based on your requirements and corporate practices.
|