We in the logistics development industry are always seeking to gain a competitive edge. As we have explained in a few of our previous blogs, the Potencia team believes that one of the best ways to gain a serious leg up on the competition is by creating your own software solution. 

Outsourcing your software project can indeed improve your logistics business’ efficiency and service levels, not to mention a significant return on investment, it can only do so if you have the right team in place. 

It’s not all roses out there – hiring the wrong team can hurt your bottom line and cause your projects to implode. 

Common Pitfalls

• Communication Gaps 

One of the most common things that our clients initially worry about is the amount of communication that they will receive regarding their logistics development project. Let’s face it, paying for something and having to wait for it can be a drag. We get it, which is why we take great strides to involve our clients in the process while providing regular updates on the status of their solutions.

• Scope Dopes 

Any logistics provider who has ever tried to outsource to a software development company knows how time-consuming it can be to explain common logistics terminology, processes, regulations, etc. And that is before you even get to your processes!

No need to explain anything here – our founders built Potencia with the logistics industry in mind. Our team consists of logistics professionals who understand the nuances and many niches within the industry. We’ll listen to your needs, analyze your process, and provide you with a roadmap that is easy to understand.

• Stakeholder Ambiguity 

“What makes me sure that you care about this project as much as I do?”. While it’s often phrased in a million other different ways, it is something that we have come to understand. Oftentimes, business owners may feel that they are diluting their brand by hiring an external development team.

A common trait amongst our clients is that they care deeply about their companies. We are an extension of their company. We honor that responsibility by hiring in-house developers and assigning specific team members to individual projects. You receive a group of professionals that you will come to know and like over the course of your project.

• Confusing Contracts 

We hate long contracts full of fancy terms and conditions! Look, we have enough work to do with our project plans and timelines. We want to make this important investment as easy to understand as possible. We provide you with a proposal and corresponding contract that provides clear terms and conditions, schedules, and more.