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How long do staff augmentation engagements typically last?
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Staff augmentation engagements are designed for long-term collaboration, not short projects.
Typical durations:
| Engagement type | Duration |
|---|---|
| Minimum viable | 6 months |
| Standard | 12-18 months |
| Long-term | 24+ months |
| Contract-to-hire conversion | After 18-24 months |
Why long-term focus:
•Developers need stability to leave current jobs
•Onboarding ROI requires 6+ months to realize
•Deep product knowledge takes time to build
•Best talent won't accept short gigs
Contract flexibility:
•Most contracts have 30-day termination clauses
•You're not locked in—minimum is about planning, not legal requirement
•Extensions are the norm; most relationships continue beyond initial term
Typical milestones:
•Month 1-2: Onboarding and ramp-up
•Month 3-6: Full productivity
•Month 6-12: Deep product expertise
•Month 12-18: Senior contributor, mentoring others
•Month 18-24: Option to convert to direct hire
Contract-to-hire option:
After 18-24 months, many providers let you hire the developer directly, typically for a conversion fee of 1-3 months' salary.
BEON.tech structures engagements for 12-24+ months with contract-to-hire options.
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