Choose staff augmentation when you already have an OutSystems team and need extra capacity, a dedicated team when you need a stable squad to own a product or roadmap long term, and fixed-bid when the scope is clear enough to agree a fixed price and deadline up front.
Key takeaways
- Staff augmentation adds individual OutSystems developers to your team; you manage the work.
- A dedicated team is a complete, stable OutSystems squad working only on your product, usually with a tech lead.
- Fixed-bid delivery suits projects with a clear, stable scope, price and deadline.
- Many companies start with one model and switch as their roadmap becomes clearer.
The three models at a glance
| Staff augmentation | Dedicated team | Fixed-bid project | |
|---|---|---|---|
| What you get | Individual certified developers who join your team | A complete OutSystems squad, often with a tech lead | A defined application delivered for an agreed price |
| Who manages the work | You | Shared: your product owner, our tech lead | The delivery partner |
| Pricing | Time and materials | Monthly team cost | Fixed price |
| Flexibility | High: scale up or down | High within the team size | Lower: changes go through change requests |
| Best when | You have a team and need capacity fast | You have an ongoing roadmap | Scope, budget and deadline are clear |
When to choose OutSystems staff augmentation
Staff augmentation works best when you already run OutSystems delivery and simply need more hands, specific skills (for example mobile or integrations), or cover for a peak period. Developers work inside your processes and tools, and you keep full control of priorities.
When to choose a dedicated OutSystems team
A dedicated team suits companies with a product or a portfolio of applications that will keep evolving. You get a stable group of developers who learn your business, with a tech lead who owns quality and architecture, while your product owner sets priorities. It is often the most cost-effective model for long-term work.
When to choose fixed-bid delivery
Fixed-bid is right when requirements are well understood and unlikely to change much, such as rebuilding an existing application or delivering a clearly specified portal. You agree scope, price and timeline up front, and the partner carries the delivery risk.
How AWT works with you
AWT offers all three models, including OutSystems staff augmentation and white-label subcontracting for IT companies, with certified OutSystems developers who have real production experience. For US and Canadian clients we structure delivery for daily live overlap with US Eastern and Pacific working hours, work under standard MSA and SOW contracts, have a W-8BEN-E on file and invoice in USD. Most teams ramp up in 1–2 weeks. Tell us about your project and we will recommend the right model.
Frequently asked questions
Which OutSystems engagement model is cheapest?
It depends on the work. Fixed-bid gives price certainty for a clear scope, while a dedicated team is usually the most cost-effective model for an ongoing roadmap because the team stays productive and keeps its knowledge.
Can I switch engagement models later?
Yes. Many clients start with staff augmentation or a fixed-bid pilot and move to a dedicated team once their roadmap is clear.
How fast can an OutSystems team start?
With AWT, most OutSystems engagements can ramp up in 1–2 weeks, depending on team size and skills.
Do offshore OutSystems teams work in US hours?
AWT structures delivery for daily live overlap with US Eastern and Pacific working hours, so questions are answered the same day.
