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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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The delivery maths no one runs until October
Outsourcing

The delivery maths no one runs until October

How long it really takes to hire engineers in Portugal for Q4, including the 30 and 60 day notice periods most delivery plans leave out.

Andreia Ferreira · August 18, 2026
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