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Four ways to fill a seat. One honest table.
Every option has a place. A local hire suits walk-in heavy roles; freelancers suit one-off projects. For recurring daily work, a dedicated and supervised remote seat usually combines the control of a hire with the flexibility of outsourcing.
| In-house hire | Freelancer | Outsourcing agency | DE Staffing | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Time to start | 6–12 weeks | Days | 1–2 weeks | 2–3 weeks |
| You choose the person | Yes | Yes | Rarely | Yes — you interview |
| Dedicated to your business | Yes | Often shared | Shared pool | Yes — one seat, one person |
| Works in your tools | Yes | Sometimes | Usually their own | Yes |
| Supervision and QA | Your managers | None | Varies | Named supervisor included |
| Cover for absence | Your problem | None | Pool cover | SOP-based cover |
| Replacement if it fails | Re-hire from scratch | Start again | Varies | Our responsibility |
| Payroll, benefits, compliance | Yours | Contractor risk | Theirs | Ours |
| Relative cost | Highest | Variable | High per hour | Substantially below local hire |
Typical characteristics; individual providers and arrangements vary.
Tell us the seat you cannot keep filled.
Send the role, the hours and the tools. We come back with a written specification, a cost figure and a shortlist timeline — usually within two business days.