Staff Augmentation Services

What is Staff Augmentation

Businesses often find themselves in a situation where they need to bring on additional staff quickly to meet a specific goal or deadline. The process of recruiting the right person, screening candidates, and then bringing them on board can be time-consuming and expensive.

Our staff, or staff augmentation, service is designed for businesses that want to add extra capacity to their software development team without taking on the extra costs and overheads of hiring full-time employees.

How staff augmentation can benefit your business

Our technical talent partners, boasting over 25 years of combined experience, ensure we offer a range of benefits designed to meet the unique challenges of your organisation, providing solutions that are both efficient and effective.

Leveraging this vast experience, we continue to expertly identify, attract, and retain top technical and non-technical talent across various industries and sectors, helping our clients to get the most of out of their talent investments.

Access to specialised skills

Staff augmentation allows our clients to bring in experts with specific skills or knowledge that may be lacking in their current team, helping to fill gaps and meet project requirements quickly.

Reduced costs

Hiring team members on a project-by-project basis is more cost-effective than hiring full-time employees, as it reduces overhead costs, such as equipment, office space, and training.

More flexibility

Staff augmentation provides the flexibility to scale your team up or down as needed, allowing businesses to respond to changing project demands, market conditions, and budget constraints.

Faster delivery

Augmented teams help our clients complete projects quicker by providing additional resources to handle increased workloads and the right experts for the project, ready to go. This drives project momentum.

Increased productivity

By augmenting your team with the right professionals, our clients boost overall productivity in their business by allowing their in-house team to focus on their core competencies.

Reduced risk

Augmented teams often have experience navigating complex challenges and can provide fresh perspectives on potential issues, allowing for better management of risks associated with project delivery.

Larger talent pool

Staff augmentation enables our clients to access a vast network of skilled technology professionals, breaking down geographical barriers and expanding their available talent pool.

Innovation and creativity

Bringing in professionals from diverse backgrounds and industries can foster innovation and creativity within your team, resulting in new ideas and innovative problem-solving approaches.

Location-based advantages

No language barriersAll our team members are fluent in English, ensuring clear and effective communication and collaboration, resulting in a less frustrating experience for our clients.

Favourable exchange rateThe South African Rand (ZAR) is highly favourable for companies doing business in GBP or USD, providing impressive cost-savings and ROI opportunities.

Agile time zoneSouth Africa Standard Time is UTC+2, making us well-positioned for real-time communication, with reasonable working hours overlapping in many countries.

High-quality talentOur region offers a skilled and experienced workforce with internationally recognised qualifications, ensuring that they meet our clients’ standards of quality and expertise.

Wealth of innovationCape Town has become a major tech start-up investment and innovation hub due to the city’s strong ecosystem of support, resulting in a strong migration of talent to the city.

Frequently Asked Questions

What options do your staff augmentation services offer?

Realm Digital offers augmented teams or individual staff resources to support your project.

Who do the individuals hired through your staff augmentation report to?

These resources can function under the management of either a Realm project manager or your own project manager.

What are the possible roles or positions that can be filled with augmented staff?

Our team composition is customisable based on your business needs, and can include design experts, developers, consultants, business analysts, and more.

How much will staff augmentation cost?

Pricing is determined by the specific resources and skill levels required for your project. We also offer certain discounts, which are calculated based on the size and duration of your agreement with us. Please reach out to us for a free evaluation of your needs.

How does staff augmentation differ from traditional hiring?

Staff augmentation involves temporarily adding external professionals to your available resources, whereas traditional hiring involves permanently adding new employees to your company.

How does staff augmentation work in practice?

Staff augmentation involves identifying the skills or roles that you need, finding suitable professionals, onboarding them into the existing team, and integrating them into new or ongoing projects.

How long does staff augmentation typically last?

The duration of staff augmentation can vary depending on your project requirements, ranging from a few weeks to several months or even longer-term engagements.

How do you ensure smooth collaboration between augmented team members and existing team members?

Realm ensures smooth collaboration by establishing clear communication channels, clearly defining roles and responsibilities, fostering a positive team culture, and providing adequate support and resources.

What measures can be taken to ensure the security and confidentiality of sensitive information in staff augmentation?

Measures such as non-disclosure agreements, data access restrictions, secure communication tools, and periodic security audits can be implemented to protect sensitive information.

Can staff augmentation be combined with remote work and/or distributed teams?

Yes, staff augmentation can be combined with remote work or distributed teams, allowing your business to access talent from different locations and collaborate effectively regardless of physical proximity.

Can staff augmentation be scaled up or down based on project requirements?

Yes, staff augmentation can be scaled up or down based on project requirements, allowing your business to adjust the size and composition of the augmented team as needed. This allows for more efficient resource allocation, cost optimisation and better ROI.

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Our toolkit

Psychometric TestingPsychometric assessments offer reliable, valid, and objective methods for assessing individuals’ capabilities and behavioral styles. The results support informed decision-making, promote personal and professional growth, and enhance team dynamics.

Background ChecksBy verifying an individual’s identity, credentials, and criminal history, background checks help our clients make informed decisions and mitigate potential risks. A variety of checks can be customised to meet your business criteria, ensuring any and all concerns are mitigated.

Qualified Talent PoolOur extensive talent database is a valuable asset for clients looking to fill open positions with high-quality candidates. Our pool includes technical and non-technical potential hires equipped with the necessary skills, experience, and knowledge to fill just about any position your company requires.

Technical and Cultural AssessmentsTechnical and cultural assessments objectively evaluate job-specific skills and knowledge, as well as a person’s values, attitudes, and work style. These assessments ensure competency for the role, as well as compatibility with your organisation’s values and work environment.

Training & DevelopmentOur selection of programs and courses aims to strengthen employees’ abilities, expertise, and efficiency, driving organisational evolution. By showcasing dedication to staff development, you foster a culture of ongoing learning, which boosts employee satisfaction, engagement, and retention.

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