Team as a Service (TaaS)
Effortless access to distributed teams
when you want it; how you want it
team as a service
With ever changing world of Information Technology, the process to up-start a team that has the skills and temperament is both complicated and expensive
We provide clients quick access to a cohesive team of Developers, UI/UX Designers, QA experts and Project Managers
Our teams blend with your team operating on common goals, tools, processes & time
We evolve with you – expanding, learning & integrating as we go
Need to give a boost to your current team? Contact Us!
Who can Benefit
Organizations experiencing an unplanned work volume increase
Organizations with high overhead cost unable to capitalize on new opportunities
Entrepreneurial funded start-ups in need of a rapid prototype
Organizations that need to scale and control their development team
Organizations that need an introduction to a monitored offshore model of development
talent
We undertake the recruitment, on-boarding, training & ongoing education of our team members
Distributed teams are led by US based project manager to facilitate transparency & integration
Our teams are 100% Agile and we offer workhours time lap for better communication
Teams / Individuals are also available for permanent transition to client
We undertake the following steps to assess & onboard our talent on client projects
Discovery
Evaluate client needs & required outcomes to design a solution to support your team
Team Selection
Match the right person for the right job by assessing experience, requirement and team compatibility
Transition
Procure infrastructure, plan for configuration control, cover code & time bound agile colocation
Assignment
Implement assigned tasks using Agile Build-Measure-Learn cycle ensuring continuous communication
We, at Cardamons understand that security is a prime concern for our clients. We undertake the following measures to protect their interests
We sign NDA’s to protect our clients Intellectual Property
We assure utmost data and information security by conducting regular assessments to unearth any potential risks
We encourage client site visits to ensure continuous alignment with your objectives
Our laptops and software provide complete control over library code repository in the U.S.
Our teams are disciplined about processes and protocols and do not take shortcuts
TaaS FAQ
What makes up a TaaS team?
Typically, a Cardamons TaaS team consists of six individuals – 1 Project Manager; 2 Senior developers and 3 Junior developers, signed on a minimum contract. Our goal is to be flexible and design teams based on customer needs. For pricing, contact us.
Can I get a team based on my requirement?
Yes. Team members are assessed and selected by us with strong skill set and experience in your main service area with a focus on fitment.
Can I own the team?
The simple answer is Yes. Cardamons teams work with you on a time or project basis. However the team can be acquired on a permanent basis as well.
Who owns the project outcomes?
The client leads the vision and Cardamons leads the management of the project outcomes.
Our Process
Product Backlog
Prioritize list of features desired in the product
Sprint Backlog
Identify list of tasks to be done by Scrum team during the sprint
Sprint
Complete all activities in the 2 or 3 weeks effort decided during Sprint Backlog
Daily Scrum
Stand up short meetings to inspect progress toward the Sprint
QA
Testing - Documentation - Release Testing
We use Agile, a software development methodology to work in an incremental and an iterative fashion to help develop & make changes as we go.
Employing the Scrum framework of Agile, tasks are divided into sprints that are short time-boxed periods during which a team completes a set of amount of work. Sprint Planning and Scrum of Scrums meetings are carried out as well, to impart clarity, on a weekly basis.
Product Review and Retrospective meetings are done every week whereas Backlog Grooming is performed twice a week.
Cardamons not only provides you with appropriate talent for the job at hand but also ensures that each individual is skilled and undergoes continuous improvement.