{"id":2064,"date":"2020-06-30T19:31:29","date_gmt":"2020-06-30T19:31:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/beon.studio\/blog\/?p=2064"},"modified":"2026-04-06T15:15:50","modified_gmt":"2026-04-06T18:15:50","slug":"migrating-teams-from-eastern-europe-to-south-america","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/migrating-teams-from-eastern-europe-to-south-america\/","title":{"rendered":"Migrating Teams from Eastern Europe to South America"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

After weighing the pros and cons of nearshore software development, you’ve decided to migrate your team from Eastern Europe to Central America. Now, you’re probably wondering when is the best time to make the switch, how to overcome the prior team’s reaction, and where you can find some savvy new developers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A brief online search will reveal many developers who may be able to help you. But, to get the most effective services, there are some specific features you should look for in your future team. Below is an updated guide for businesses  in the process of a team migration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When and how<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The best time to make the switch is when your product achieves maturity and needs more attention during working hours. If you like the developers you\u2019re working with, though, it’s not an easy decision. You’re taking their business away, and there\u2019s a very good chance they\u2019ll dislike it.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

When explaining the reasons behind your decision, try to avoid disappointing them. Mention things like the time zone issue and don\u2019t talk about the quality of their work. Based on our experience, signing a support contract (otherwise known as a service level agreement or SLA) or hourly contract with the initial provider for work during the transition can relieve the tension. Remember that you may also want to send work their way later, so it’s good to maintain a healthy relationship with former devs. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The situation could become complicated if the departing team isn\u2019t open to collaboration. However, if that\u2019s the case, it’s not the end of the world. The new dev team should be able to sort things out, even without clues from the former team. We’ve gone through situations like this and have found that it’s doable. It just takes some time and effort.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Migration costs <\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In most cases, costs are <\/span>tied to strategy<\/b>. You may want to make a switch on\/off move (i.e. starting with the new team the day after letting the old team go) to avoid incurring costs by having the two teams overlap, but that\u2019s not the best way to go. Instead, your best bet is to reduce the amount of time the former team works \u2014 just part-time or less while you\u2019re ramping down.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In certain situations, the pace of development established by the former team must be maintained. In these instances, have the new team ramp up, train, and study the code and environments while the former team continues to push for a while. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The biggest cost is the learning curve for the new team. Nevertheless, having the team plugged into your structure will quickly deliver value and will balance \u2014 if not exceed \u2014 the throughput before you know it. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Time considerations<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Like costs, the time invested in migration is bound to strategy. If you want to meet deadlines during and after the process, you\u2019ll need to determine your approach and choose a team that\u2019s up to the challenge.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Determine your approach<\/b>.  You must decide what kind of engagement model fits you best, which will depend on the needs of your business. You can go for a Dedicated Team, Staff Augmentation, or End-to-End Project service, each of which has its unique benefits. We\u2019re used to creating tailor-made teams for all these situations, so, if none of them suits your situation, no worries. Drop us a line and we\u2019ll help you out!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Choose the right team<\/b>. The developer market is as wide as the sea. If you choose wrong, you could waste months of transition and training without a payoff. If your team doesn\u2019t adapt to your needs, deadlines will be delayed and you\u2019ll have to start over. With so many possible vendors, how can you know which one is best? One way is to ensure your new team has the following characteristics:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n