In this post-pandemic world, we have seen first-hand how companies have evolved and survived through the use of innovative technology. Making sure your company has a relationship with a software engineering consultancy that can help drive forward these changes, and bring expertise and experience that will help you stay ahead of the curve. Redesigning, developing and rolling out new software is no easy project – finding the right software engineering consultancy for your bespoke project is crucial for success.

But how do you decide which talent and recruitment agency to work alongside on your bespoke software development?

Experience

You need to know that the software engineering consultancy or bespoke talent and recruitment agency can deliver. Research their previous clients, and their previous projects. Find out how well they worked with previous companies, and how they were able to overcome complications, deadlines, team dynamics and in-house office politics. Having references of their previous projects will help you decide if they are the right fit for your company.

Reliability and longevity

If you are embarking on a long-term rollout of new software, you need a consultancy that is established and has less chance of running out of business. Large companies may offer stability but lack agility, small companies may not have the large backing but could offer a more dynamic and bespoke experience for your company. Of course, this is not as black and white as previously expressed, it depends not only on the size of the company but the ethos and culture. Make sure to take time to investigate the company before committing.

Expertise

The consultancy or talent and recruitment agency you decide to work alongside needs to have a library of experts at hand. You need reassurance that the people brought forward to work alongside your bespoke software engineering project have the skills and expertise to deliver.

Values

It is essential to understand the culture and drives of the Software engineering consultancy in question, having similar values to your own company will create a better work environment and can lead to higher success rates with your projects.

Development and support

Bespoke Software engineer projects will need a level of support after the implantation. It is important to understand what the software engineering consultancy bring to the table in the development process, ask questions, and find out what they offer. If you don’t have an in-house team with the knowledge to remove bugs or resolve potential errors in the future you need to find out what the consultancy can offer.