Portugal and

Shorewise benefits

Whilst low-cost outsourcing once seemed attractive, challenges with communication, quality and delivery have led many Norwegian companies to seek a better balance.

Portugal has become an increasingly attractive IT nearshoring location, offering the perfect balance of high technical competence, cultural alignment, cost efficiency, and excellent infrastructure.

Highly skilled IT talent

  • ☑ Portugal has a strong educational system with globally ranked universities, including the University of Lisbon and the University of Porto.
  • ☑ A flexible pool of app-savvy professionals that take pride in technical excellence and modern software development practices.

Cultural & communication advantages

  • ☑ As a western European country, Portugal shares similar business ethics and work culture with Norway, reducing communication gaps.
  • ☑ Portuguese professionals have high English proficiency, ensuring smooth collaboration.

Cost-effective without compromising quality

  • ☑ Lower cost of living in Portugal means high-quality IT services at competitive rates.
  • ☑ Flexible resource pooling allows companies to access top-tier developers and specialists, without long-term employment commitments.

Strong digital & tech infrastructure

  • ☑ Portugal has excellent broadband and telecommunications infrastructure, making remote collaboration seamless.
  • ☑ The country is recognized as Europe’s Silicon Valley, with a thriving startup ecosystem that fosters innovation.

Proximity & travel convenience

  • ☑ Short, direct flights allows for day trips or shorter stays when a physical presence is preferred.
  • ☑ We can also host workshops, team-building events, or strategy sessions in Portugal to add some enjoyable variation.

Stability & growing popularity among Norwegian companies

  • ☑ Portugal is politically and financially stable, ensuring a secure business environment.
  • ☑ Our team have already built a strong reputation with several Norwegian customers, proving the success of this model.