Bangladesh has a large, young and fast-growing technology workforce, and many international businesses now build their websites, apps and digital campaigns there. Done well, outsourcing gives you a skilled team at a sustainable cost. Done badly, it gives you missed deadlines and unclear code. Here is how to get it right.
Why businesses outsource to Bangladesh
- Cost. Development and design rates are significantly lower than in London, New York or Dubai.
- Talent. Bangladesh has a large pool of web developers, mobile developers, designers and digital marketers.
- Time zone. Dhaka is five to six hours ahead of the UK and two hours ahead of the UAE, which allows overlap during the working day and progress overnight.
- English. Most professional teams work in English every day.
The risks to manage
- Unclear requirements that lead to the wrong product
- Communication gaps and slow replies
- No local accountability if something goes wrong
- Weak security, code quality or documentation
- Payment and contract difficulties across borders
How to set up a partnership that works
- Start with a paid discovery phase and a written scope.
- Agree on one project lead and a weekly update rhythm.
- Use a shared portal or board where you can see tasks, files and approvals.
- Pay against milestones, with an invoice and receipt for each payment.
- Make sure you own the code, designs, domain and accounts.
- Plan support and maintenance after launch.
Why a UK-managed team helps
VANTAGE IT Limited has its head office in London and its delivery team in Dhaka. UK and international clients get a local point of contact and a company that understands their market, with the cost advantages of a Bangladesh-based team. We accept card, PayPal, Payoneer and SWIFT bank transfers, and every client gets a private portal for projects and invoices.
See what we have delivered for clients in the UK, USA, UAE and Bangladesh in our case studies, or book a call to discuss your project.
Frequently asked questions
Is it safe to outsource software development to Bangladesh?
Yes, with the right partner and process: a written scope, milestone payments, clear ownership of code and accounts, and a company with a track record and a physical presence.
Which time zone does a Bangladesh team work in?
Bangladesh Standard Time (UTC+6). Good teams plan overlapping hours with UK, European, Middle Eastern and US clients.
Can VANTAGE sign contracts and invoice in GBP, USD or AED?
Yes. We quote and invoice in BDT, USD, GBP, EUR, AED and SAR.