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An honest comparison of LATAM engineering talent providers

May 14, 20269 min read

The nearshore space has gotten crowded, and the marketing has converged — everyone claims elite talent, fast timelines, and big savings. The differences are real, but they're in the model.

What to actually compare

  • Vetting: algorithmic-only, résumé screen, or senior-engineer review?
  • Support: a self-serve dashboard, a rotating rep, or one dedicated partner?
  • Pricing: transparent flat fee, or a percentage markup you can't see?
  • Guarantee: real replacement terms, or fine print?

We'd rather you ask us these questions than take our word for it. A provider comfortable being compared on vetting, support, price, and guarantees is telling you something — and so is one that isn't.

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