When a company’s decision-makers find themselves in a bind, their trusted staffing agency is often on speed dial. Staff augmentation is a staffing solution that is ideal for businesses looking to scale their operations, manage unexpected upticks in demand, and provide expertise and high-level talent for specific projects. Business owners and managers can bolster their teams with professionals of all disciplines, from software development and accounting to IT and administrative support. No matter what you are trying to achieve with your augmented staff, these tips and best practices can help you make the most of staff augmentation services from Lewis-Price & Associates, Inc.

Communication is Essential for Success

As with any other workplace endeavor, effective communication is critical when working with an augmented staff. Any staffing company worth its salt works hard to maintain an open line of communication with clients, but this exchange of information works both ways. Your team must work closely and openly with your staffing agency to outline what type of talent is needed, what your project entails, and whether any issues arise along the way.

Embrace Clear Standards and Thorough Documentation

Clarity is vital when working with members of your augmented staff, too. What may seem obvious to those in the know at your company might be a bit tough for the newly initiated, so be sure to give your augmented staff members clear requirements and guidelines. Your team may also benefit from more thorough documentation. Augmented staff members are typically hired on a per-project basis. Copious notes, reports, and emails can ensure that your team is kept in the loop even after your temporary staff members depart. This is particularly important for projects that involve software development and accounting; trying to decipher code or spreadsheets after the fact can take precious time from your employees, and a quick note or summary can speed up the process considerably.

Team Up With an Experienced Agency for Staff Augmentation Services

Filling vacancies is often challenging, particularly for temporary positions. Staff augmentation takes the guesswork and frustration out of expanding your team, but you must work with an experienced staffing company to reap the full benefits of an augmented staff. At Lewis-Price, our staffing experts excel in discovering top talent in high-demand fields. Building your augmented staff is our specialty, and our dedicated professionals offer a variety of other staffing solutions, as well. Whether you need staff augmentation services, professional development training or other staffing services, the team at Lewis-Price is here to help.

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Lewis-Price is a certified staffing company committed to providing solutions to its clients and teaming partners. We staff diverse, engaged leaders in IT, cybersecurity, program management, training, administration and other high-demand areas. We value integrity and intention. We provide engaged professionals ready to join your team. To learn more about our staffing solutions, please contact us at (703) 727-9182. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.