AvioBook, part of the Thales Group, provides integrated ground and flight applications for airlines. Facing rapid growth and a pressing need for skilled developers, AvioBook turned to SHORE teams to address their recruitment challenges.
The Challenge
Ann-Katrien Heijligen, Chief People & Culture Officer at AvioBook, needed to quickly hire 7 iOS and 3 Java developers. Local recruitment processes were too slow, and they preferred a nearshore solution within Europe to avoid significant cultural differences and time zone issues.
The Solution
SHORE teams introduced AvioBook to four potential partners from Portugal, Ukraine, a Europe-wide partner, and a Belgium-Belarussian partner. After evaluating their capabilities, AvioBook chose Cactussoft, a Belgium-Belarussian partner, due to their alignment with AvioBook’s Belgian roots and their ability to scale quickly.
The Implementation
Cactussoft integrated seamlessly with AvioBook’s existing team, contributing to a hybrid development environment. They focused on providing collaborative candidates with a mix of seniorities, enhancing team dynamics and productivity.
Initially, there were challenges in aligning expectations, but after a few weeks, these issues were resolved. To ensure cultural integration, frequent meetings were held, and part of the team traveled to Belgium to facilitate a smoother collaboration.
The Results
The collaboration between AvioBook and Cactussoft has been highly successful. Ann-Katrien Heijligen praised the partnership, stating, “The collaboration is running smoothly. We are very happy with this outstanding match. Thanks!” AvioBook plans to continue growing their nearshore team, with SHORE teams facilitating this expansion.
Conclusion
SHORE teams played a crucial role in helping AvioBook overcome their recruitment challenges, enabling them to scale their development team efficiently. By leveraging SHORE teams’ expertise and network, AvioBook secured the skilled developers they needed to support their growth and achieve their strategic objectives. This partnership highlights the effectiveness of nearshore solutions in addressing the needs of rapidly growing tech companies.
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