Staff Augmentation

Need in-house Microsoft Data Stack experts?

Leverage our experts as a force multiplier for your organization for longer and larger data initiatives.

Bring on Our Experts as Part of Your Team

Because of the complexities of the Microsoft Data Stack, organizations often need to bring in outside experts to support their internal teams. But, what if you had experts join your team? There’s a lot more you can do with highly skilled consultants around.

Staff augmentation is an effective resourcing option when you require in-house support for longer and larger initiatives—you get Collectiv’s experts as an extension of your team.

How Staff Augmentation Works for Your Enterprise

Bringing an expert in-house is a smart resource move when you’re navigating the Microsoft Data Stack. Here’s how staff augmentation strengthens your organization.

1. You need support for an extended period.

You deal with a lot of seasonality or you want someone to start a data initiative and then stay on to build a team. Instead of searching endlessly for an FTE, just call Collectiv.

2. You get the right Collectiv consultant for the job.

Once we understand your needs, we figure out which Collectiv consultant is the best match to join your team based on skill, capacity, and fit.

3. You onboard your new consultant.

We introduce you to your new consultant and you onboard them just as you would with any new team member, including systems setup and access.

4. Your consultant works with your team.

Your consultant is now managed by you. They begin on your requested start date and work through your list of priorities by providing strategy, implementation, and support.

5. You access more experts to scale.

One of Collectiv’s experts on your team is great, but maybe you want more expertise. Whether you want to do another staff augmentation or try our flexible Dedicated Support, we have scalable options.

How do I know if staff augmentation is the right fit for my organization?

Staff augmentation engagements are typically long-term, measured in multiple months for a dedicated role, task, or skillset.

For example, if it’s time to roll out Fabric, Azure, Power BI, or Copilot organization-wide and ensure proper adoption and governance, staff augmentation is the ideal solution. One of our consultants might work with your team for 6 months to help run the Center of Excellence (CoE) and ensure a smooth transition.

Similarly, if you need a full-time data architect to support your team for 3 months or a part-time Power BI developer to complete a key initiative in 6 months, staff augmentation ensures you have the right expert for the job.

How soon can I start working with our in-house consultant?

We work closely with you to understand your needs and match you with the right consultant. While start times vary, most engagements begin within a month of your request.

What is the minimum commitment for staff augmentation?

To qualify for staff augmentation, a minimum commitment of 20 hours per week for at least 3 months is required. Most of our clients opt for 40 hours per week over 12 months to maximize progress on their data initiatives. Rates are dependent on the weekly hour commitment you select.

If you need resource support for 8 hours per week for a few months, or if your requirements change frequently from month to month, Dedicated Support might be a better fit. This flexible, agile option adapts to your evolving needs. Additionally, we offer trainings, programs, and project-based engagements focused on strategy and implementation.

Should I choose staff augmentation or Dedicated Support?

Staff augmentation is ideal when you need a dedicated expert for an extended period, typically 20–40 hours per week for 3–6 months or longer. Whether you need a Power BI developer or an Azure stack expert, staff augmentation provides focused, sustained support.

Dedicated Support is more flexible and adapts to your evolving requirements. For example, you may need a consultant for 20 hours one month and only 8 hours the next. It’s perfect for situations requiring agility and part-time resource support.

How do I know you have the level of expertise that we need?

Our consultants combine business acumen with deep technical expertise across the Microsoft Data Stack, including Azure, Fabric, Power BI, and Copilot. Unlike developers who only execute tasks, our consultants listen, ask the right questions, and deliver high-quality outcomes tailored to your unique needs.