Service Models
Dedicated vs shared developers: which remote model delivers better results?
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When hiring remote developers, you'll choose between dedicated (exclusive) and shared (fractional) models.
Dedicated developers:
•Work 40 hrs/week exclusively for you
•Fully embedded in your team and processes
•Deep knowledge of your codebase
•Attend your standups, use your tools
•Monthly rate regardless of hours
Shared developers:
•Split time across 2-4 clients
•Work on your project part-time (10-20 hrs/week)
•Shallow context, frequent context-switching
•Lower cost per hour, but less productivity
•Hourly or fractional monthly billing
Comparison:
| Factor | Dedicated | Shared |
|---|---|---|
| Focus | 100% on you | Divided attention |
| Context depth | Deep | Surface-level |
| Availability | Predictable | Variable |
| Communication | Real-time | Async delays |
| Cost | $6,000-9,000/mo | $2,000-4,000/mo |
| Best for | Core development | Maintenance, specific tasks |
When each makes sense:
•Dedicated: Product development, complex features, team integration
•Shared: Bug fixes, small enhancements, overflow work
Industry norm:
Most reputable staff augmentation providers only offer dedicated models because the productivity and retention benefits outweigh cost savings of shared arrangements.
BEON.tech exclusively provides dedicated developers—no time-splitting across clients.
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