Skip to content
Diatom Labs
Free 30-min consultation Let's work together
Engagement models

Three ways to
work with us.
Pick what fits.

Same engineering rigor, three engagement shapes. Many clients start with Consulting, then transition into Outsourcing or Staff Augmentation as the relationship matures.

01 / The models

What each shape gets you.

- 01

Consulting

Expert guidance and strategic planning for your cloud and DevOps initiatives

Scope
Dynamic
Capacity
Flexible
Rate
Regular
Work
Any
Payment
EOM
  • Access to specialized expertise without long-term commitments
  • Strategic guidance from industry veterans
  • Knowledge transfer to build internal capabilities
  • Flexible engagement that adapts to your needs
View details →
- 02

Outsourcing

Dedicated development teams and managed services for your projects

Scope
Predefined
Capacity
Flexible
Rate
Scope Discount
Work
Any
Payment
Custom
  • Complete project ownership from start to finish
  • Predictable costs and timelines
  • Reduced management overhead
  • Access to specialized skills and technologies
View details →
- 03

Staff Augmentation

Quickly scale your team with flexible staffing of pre-vetted experts

Scope
Dynamic
Capacity
Steady
Rate
Capacity Discount
Work
Any
Payment
EOM
  • Quick scaling of your technical team
  • Fill specific skill gaps without recruitment costs
  • Direct management and integration with your process
  • Flexible staffing during peak periods
View details →
02 / Side by side

Compare the models in one glance.

Consulting Outsourcing Staff augmentation
Scope definition Flexible Fixed Adjustable
Team management Client Diatom Labs Client
Contract duration Short / Medium Medium / Long Flexible
Cost structure Time & materials Fixed / T&M Hourly / Monthly
Scalability Medium High Very high
Knowledge transfer Extensive Moderate Minimal
03 / Benefits

What each model
actually buys you.

- 01

Consulting · benefits

  • Access to specialized expertise without long-term commitments
  • Strategic guidance from industry veterans
  • Knowledge transfer to build internal capabilities
  • Flexible engagement that adapts to your needs
  • Objective third-party perspective on your challenges
Read the model
- 02

Outsourcing · benefits

  • Complete project ownership from start to finish
  • Predictable costs and timelines
  • Reduced management overhead
  • Access to specialized skills and technologies
  • Scalable resources as project needs change
Read the model
- 03

Staff Augmentation · benefits

  • Quick scaling of your technical team
  • Fill specific skill gaps without recruitment costs
  • Direct management and integration with your process
  • Flexible staffing during peak periods
  • Pre-vetted experts ready to contribute immediately
Read the model
04 / Testimonials

What clients say
about each model in practice.

- Consulting
“Diatom Labs' consulting services were invaluable for our AWS migration. Their expertise helped us avoid common pitfalls and accelerate our cloud journey.”
Michael Chen CTO · FinTech Startup
- Outsourcing
“The outsourcing team at Diatom Labs delivered our project on time and under budget. Their end-to-end management freed our internal team to focus on core business initiatives.”
Sarah Johnson VP of Engineering · E-commerce Platform
- Staff Augmentation
“When we needed to quickly scale our DevOps capabilities, Diatom Labs' staff augmentation model was perfect. Their engineers integrated seamlessly with our team and made an immediate impact.”
David Park Engineering Director · Healthcare Provider
05 / How we get started

A predictable on-ramp.

  1. 01
    Initial consultation
    Free 30-minute scoping call. We listen, ask the right questions, and decide together whether we are the right team.
  2. 02
    Model selection & planning
    We recommend an engagement model and outline scope, timeline, and team composition in writing.
  3. 03
    Contract & onboarding
    Plain-English contract, NDAs as needed, and a structured onboarding so day one is productive.
  4. 04
    Execution & delivery
    Weekly written updates, predictable cadence, and the same engineering rigor regardless of model.
  5. 05
    Review & evolution
    Quarterly reviews - adjust scope, model, or capacity as your needs change.

Not sure which fits?
A 30-minute call usually answers it.

Book free consultation Explore services