SkillCloud vs an outsourcing agency
The same talent. None of the lock-in.
An offshore staffing agency finds you a person, then charges a margin you do not see for as long as they work. SkillCloud shows you the rate and lets you book by the day.
| SkillCloud | Outsourcing agency | |
|---|---|---|
| Time to start | Next business day | 4 to 12 weeks |
| Australian experience | Verified | Usually |
| Price | Public daily rate | Margin you cannot see |
| Vetting | 4 steps, references | CV-based |
| If it does not work | Free replacement, up to 3 | Renegotiate |
| Commitment | Weekly schedule, no contract | Often a 6 month minimum |
What you see before you pay
On SkillCloud you see the person, their experience, their software and their day rate before you book. The price is the day rate plus a flat $15 platform fee per booking.
You can try a person for a couple of days before you choose a schedule. If they are not right, you get a free replacement, up to 3 times, under a 6 month quality guarantee.
Questions
How is SkillCloud different from an offshore staffing agency?
An agency usually charges a monthly fee with its margin built in, and asks for a minimum term. SkillCloud shows the daily rate of each person and adds a flat $15 platform fee per booking. There is no minimum term.
How fast can I start compared with an agency?
Book by 11am AEST and the person starts at 9am the next business day. An agency search usually takes weeks.
Do I get the same person every week?
Yes. You book a person, not a seat, and they stay with you.