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What benefits do staff augmentation contractors receive vs direct employees?
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Staff augmentation contractors often receive benefits comparable to full-time employees—depending on the provider.
Typical staff aug benefits:
| Benefit | Staff Aug | Direct Employee |
|---|---|---|
| Health insurance | ✓ (provider-paid) | ✓ (employer-paid) |
| Paid time off | ✓ 15-20 days | ✓ Varies |
| Sick leave | ✓ | ✓ |
| Equipment | ✓ (laptop, monitors) | ✓ |
| Training/learning | ✓ (Udemy, courses) | Varies |
| Retirement/401k | Rarely | Often |
| Stock options | No | Sometimes |
What good providers include:
•Paid vacation (15-20 days typical)
•Local holidays
•Health/medical insurance
•Equipment (new laptop, peripherals)
•Internet/coworking stipend
•Learning platforms access
•Performance bonuses (some providers)
What's usually NOT included:
•Equity/stock options (you're not an employee)
•Retirement matching
•Company-specific perks (gym, meals)
Why benefits matter:
Providers who skimp on benefits have higher turnover. Developers leave for better packages, disrupting your projects.
Questions to ask providers:
•What benefits do your developers receive?
•Who pays for equipment?
•How much PTO do they get?
•Is health insurance included?
BEON.tech includes health insurance, PTO, equipment, internet stipend, and learning platform access in all staff augmentation engagements.
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