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Extended team

Extended team – scale smart, not big

Need developers fast? Our nearshore teams add 5–20 qualified resources within 48 hours – no hidden costs. Flexible team augmentation for Norwegian businesses.

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Extended team

Extended team – scale smart, not big

With our augmented team you get dedicated developers who work closely with your organisation, join daily meetings and follow your processes. You keep control – we deliver the expertise.

  • Flexible capacity – from one developer to a full team
  • Typically 50–60% lower costs
  • Fast start and agile scaling
  • Experienced specialists in modern frameworks and methods
  • Nearshoring – timezone proximity and smooth communication

Scale your development team quickly, safely and efficiently

An extended team is a flexible staffing model where external developers, architects and specialists integrate seamlessly into your internal team – as if they were your own employees. The model combines the best of outsourcing, nearshoring and internal staffing.

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Collaboration models

Collaboration models for extended development teams

Scale fast, keep control and access the right skills when you need them. We offer three flexible models tailored to your needs and delivery requirements.

1

Outsourcing – full delivery, minimal burden

When you want to focus on strategy – we build the solution. We take responsibility for the full development cycle from planning and architecture to development, testing and handover.

  • Startups
  • Product companies
  • Projects
  • Minimum Viable Products
2

Nearshoring – proximity, control and lower cost

Developers in nearby European regions – same timezone, cultural understanding and high quality with better fit than classic offshore.

  • Same working hours and availability
  • High quality at lower cost
  • Option for in-person meetings
  • Norwegian project management
  • Security through EEA legislation
3

Team augmentation – your processes, our experts

Extend your team with our developers – fast and flexible. You keep control while we supplement with specialists integrated into your organisation.

  • Full integration
  • No lock-in
  • Senior competence
  • Low risk
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Unsure which collaboration model fits you?

We help you choose the right model based on needs, budget and goals. Book a free chat with one of our advisors.

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How to get started with your extended team

1

Needs mapping

We analyse your technical requirements, timelines and competence needs.

2

Team assembly

We put together a tailored team with the right skill profile.

3

Start and integration

The team becomes part of your processes, tools and culture.

4

Ongoing follow-up

We follow up with close dialogue, sprint planning and quality assurance.

Business strategy and growth

Who should consider an extended team?

Ideal for startups, scale-ups and businesses that need flexible, cost-effective and quality-driven IT outsourcing with Norwegian management and proximity.

1

Startups

An experienced technical partner integrated into the organisation, joining sprint planning and daily standups – with flexible team size and specialist skills without long recruitment.

2

Scale-ups

Senior developers covering frontend, backend, DevOps and QA – high-quality software with short delivery times, predictable costs and effective project management.

3

Businesses with temporary projects

Fast access to experts in cloud, AI, security and mobile – flexibility to scale resources up or down with the project lifecycle.

Fast access to experienced developers when you need them

We help you scale your development team quickly and efficiently – whether you need extra resources, full outsourcing or advisory.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is team augmentation?

Team augmentation means external developers integrate into your existing team, use your tools, join your sprints and work under your project management – employed and administered by Nettkonsult.

What is the difference between nearshoring and offshoring?

Nearshoring uses developers in nearby countries with overlapping working hours and cultural similarity. Offshoring uses distant resources for lowest cost but with greater communication and timezone challenges.

How much cheaper is nearshoring compared to Norwegian consultants?

Typically 40–60% lower cost than local Norwegian consultants. With Nettkonsult's nearshore model, comparable seniority can be delivered at roughly half the hourly rate without compromising quality.

How quickly can we start with an extended team?

We can present candidates within 2–3 days and have a team operational within one week, including needs mapping, matching, interviews and onboarding.

Ready to get started?

Contact us for a no-obligation conversation about your project.