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Since 2022, we’ve been part of The Next Web (TNW) Conference in Amsterdam, not as visitors, but with our own booth, proudly representing our extended development team company. TNW has always stood out for its relaxed, festival-like setup, vibrant conversations, and chance encounters that could lead to something meaningful. After four editions, we’ve gathered our impressions: the good, the different, and the things that kept us coming back.

An interview with our CEO, Sander Geels:

Seventeen years ago, our CEO, Sander Geels, found himself in a situation many Dutch tech entrepreneurs can relate to: struggling to find talented developers in the Netherlands. When an acquaintance invited him to visit his programming department in Moldova, Sander and his business partner didn’t hesitate to take advantage of the opportunity.

It’s hard to believe that five years have passed since the world shut down in early 2020. As a Dutch IT company based in Moldova, we’ve experienced firsthand how the pandemic reshaped the industry, our way of working, and the expectations of both employees and clients. What started as a crisis quickly turned into an opportunity for transformation. Looking back, it’s clear that IT companies like ours had to rethink everything - from where we work to how we collaborate and grow.

In the current competitive business environment, companies are always looking for ways to scale their operations. The extended teams model offers Dutch IT companies an alternative to traditional outsourcing. At the same time, the success of the model depends on how well you will integrate the extended team into your in-house Dutch team. Here are some best practices that will ensure an easy integration.

Many companies don’t know what to expect when considering Moldova as an IT destination. The country is relatively small and has only been independent for over thirty years. Interestingly enough, not many people know that when you come to Moldova, you can take advantage of the dynamic growth in the IT and telecom sectors that Moldova has enjoyed over the past few years.

We’ve seen this opportunity in the past and are now taking full advantage of it.

Let's approach this like a matchmaking game. Are we a match or not? If you’re here, we’d guess you’re looking for a collaboration and wondering if we’re the right fit.

Deciding to extend your development team abroad is a big decision with many steps. But with the right IT partner, the process should be enjoyable and leave you excited for what’s to come.

Thinking about extending your team in another country needs careful consideration. Eastern Europe has become a popular destination for nearshoring software development in recent years. In the same time, some of our clients were worried about extending their teams to Moldova because they've heard rumors about risks that may arise.

That's where we come in: to look closely at these worries and help decide if working with Moldovan partners is a good idea.

Let's say you're thinking about extending your development team in Moldova, with the help of BackstageIT. But you're not sure, and your uncertainty grows because some variables you have control over, while others you can't control.

When you're managing and growing your IT capabilities, teaming up with an extended team partner can be helpful. Whether you're a small business trying to get bigger or a big company needing special skills, choosing the right IT extended team partner is super important for success.

Meet Jeffrey, our technical consultant at BackstageIT! With 10 years in the IT game, he's our go-to guy for bridging the gap between clients and dev teams. Passionate about tech and problem-solving, Jeffrey loves helping Dutch clients ace collaboration with their Moldovan teams.

He's all about making projects shine, whether it's streamlining workflows or getting products to market quicker. Need advice? Jeffrey's got you covered with top-notch communication and problem-solving skills.

Just remember, with Jeffrey on your side, you're in good hands!

More than likely, the search that landed you here is one that we’ve been seeing more and more these days. Let us take a guess - did it look anything like “digital transformation for my business” or “invest in digital transformation”?

The IT industry is constantly evolving, and the Netherlands is in the top of the innovative countries. However, this rapid pace of change come with challenges for businesses and individuals alike. This blog post explores some of the key IT challenges facing the Netherlands in 2023 and showcases how BackstageIT can help reduce them.

Our team recently participate at this year's Web Summit, and let us tell you, it was a journey full of inspiration, connections, and innovation!

Below you'll find some of the highlights we thought are worth sharing.