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Team extension vs dedicated squads: which model ships what
Outsourcing

Team extension vs dedicated squads: which model ships what

A practical comparison of team extension and dedicated squads: what each looks like in the first two weeks, what each assumes about your team, and how to choose.

Andreia Ferreira · September 16, 2026
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IT team extension in Portugal: what you need to plan for
Outsourcing

IT team extension in Portugal: what you need to plan for

How IT team extension with engineers in Portugal works week to week: contract models, time zones, public holidays, time off, on-call and team size.

Andreia Ferreira · September 11, 2026
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Staffed vs shipped: when new capacity starts delivering
Outsourcing

Staffed vs shipped: when new capacity starts delivering

A filled role is an input. Delivery is an output. What has to be true before new engineering capacity produces working software, and how to measure it.

Andreia Ferreira · September 2, 2026
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7 Best IT Outsourcing Companies in Portugal for 2026
Outsourcing

7 Best IT Outsourcing Companies in Portugal for 2026

A 2026 comparison of the leading IT outsourcing companies in Portugal and how to choose.

Ana Morais · August 24, 2026
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IT staff augmentation: 7 things to check before a long-term engagement
Outsourcing

IT staff augmentation: 7 things to check before a long-term engagement

How to evaluate a long-term IT staff augmentation provider: continuity, knowledge retention, IP ownership and flexibility to scale.

Andreia Ferreira · August 20, 2026
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NIS2 and IT outsourcing: 11 things CTOs must check in a supplier
Outsourcing

NIS2 and IT outsourcing: 11 things CTOs must check in a supplier

NIS2 makes your outsourcing provider part of your compliance perimeter. What CTOs need to assess in a Portuguese supplier, and what to ask before signing.

Andreia Ferreira · August 19, 2026
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