Offshoring is primarily associated with cost-cutting, but lower rates are not the only reason to choose an agency on the other side of the world as a tech partner. Often, a given culture is renowned for specific resources, including highly educated specialists, and sometimes, even between very distant places, there are more cultural similarities than you might think. Here are some reasons why a Polish software development agency can be an excellent business partner for an American organization.
THE POOL OF TALENTS
Polish companies have released some high-quality software, but it is not the digital products themselves, but the specialists who create them, that have become one of our main exports in recent years. Polish developers not only join the ranks of leading organizations responsible for technological innovations but also hold key engineering positions in companies working on cutting-edge AI solutions and augmented reality.
During conversations with potential clients, we already see that this trend is recognizable at many levels of business. A "Polish developer" in itself is a brand associated with a certain reputation, not just low labor costs. Many organizations employ them directly, but offshore web development agencies like ours are responsible for the success of many others.
FOCUS ON PROJECTS
The IT industry is perceived as lucrative in Poland, so many specialists—especially those with more experience—have higher expectations regarding rates compared to many popular offshoring locations in South Asia, the Middle East, or South America. As a result, Polish developers do not have to accept numerous projects simultaneously to meet their financial needs, significantly reducing the risk of a subcontractor disappearing or failing to communicate.
UNCERTAINTY AVOIDANCE
So far, no one has created a better indicator for objectively comparing different cultures than the Dutch social psychologist Geert Hofstede, who focused on researching employees of an international corporation with branches in different countries and their work environment conditions. Comparing these indicators for Polish and American employees shows that we have quite a lot in common culturally, and where we differ, we can complement each other. One of the indicators that stands out among Polish employees is uncertainty avoidance and risk minimization.
This indicator is also crucial in our agency's work because we strive for maximum certainty for both parties at every stage of client cooperation. We do our best to clarify the technical requirements of projects, confirm all the specs, and prepare accurate valuations to minimize risk and potential surprises. This precision is one of the qualities that companies from the US particularly value in Polish contractors, including us.
SELF-SUFFICIENCY
Our work culture is very similar to that of the American one in terms of the individualism index. Although in many Polish organizations, especially large and long-standing ones, the hierarchical structure is fundamental and decision-making chains slow down many processes, independence is a widely valued trait in our labor market.
This is particularly true in our agency, where we have always focused on self-sufficient managers and the ability of our specialists to solve problems independently.
WORK ETHICS
It is often said that Americans and Europeans are divided in their cultural approach to careers—the former "live to work," while the latter "work to live," a stereotype frequently highlighted in American films or online discourse. This statement applies to a much lesser extent to all inhabitants of Central Europe, including Poland, where there is a particular attachment to work ethic and even a myth of self-fulfillment through work, similar to the American one.
Without exploring the psychosocial aspects, we can safely say that this is also one reason why specialists from Central Europe often thrive in the American work environment and derive real satisfaction from this cooperation.
CULTURAL INFLUENCES
American culture, including corporate culture, constantly seeps into Polish culture due to rich contacts and ongoing cultural transfers. Most project management and product ownership phrases—including slang—have permanently entered our language and are used freely daily. The same goes for organizational and management concepts from American organizations. In this respect, there is virtually no room for disagreement between us.
With all this in mind, a well-skilled tech partner in Poland seems to be a great option in every respect. This is especially true if they have a network of partners in the USA like we do. Through these partners, you can freely conclude contracts for our services, if that is your preference. It's a win-win situation, and we would be happy to discuss how best to organize cooperation with you.
Are you looking for an offshore tech partner? Look no further than Poland. Let's talk about your digital project!
