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18/08/2026

AI talent is hard to find.

ML engineers. Data engineers. MLOps specialists. AI engineers.

You may need them to move your AI roadmap forward — but not necessarily as permanent hires.

That’s where AI staff augmentation comes in.

When does it make sense? Which roles should you bring in? And when is in-house hiring or outsourcing actually a better choice?

We unpack it in our new guide 👇

Discover when AI staff augmentation makes sense for product companies, what roles to hire, and how to scale delivery efficiently.

11/08/2026

How much does AI development actually cost in 2026?

There’s no single answer — and the difference can be significant.

A relatively simple AI feature and a production-ready AI system are two very different investments. The final cost depends on the model you choose, infrastructure, data, integrations, development complexity, security requirements, and ongoing maintenance.

And with AI becoming part of more companies’ product roadmaps, understanding these costs before development starts matters more than ever.

In our new guide, we break down:

🔹 Typical AI development costs in 2026
🔹 What drives the price up (or down)
🔹 API vs. custom model costs
🔹 Infrastructure and ongoing expenses
🔹 How to estimate a realistic AI budget

Planning an AI project? Start with the numbers 👇

Learn what AI development costs in 2026, what affects pricing, and how to plan a realistic budget for custom AI, ML, and generative AI projects.

28/07/2026

Hiring software developers: it's not a checkbox, it's a strategy.

For product companies, a bad developer hire can set your roadmap back by months. A great one accelerates delivery and lifts the whole team's performance. So how do you tell the difference before you make the offer?

Our new blog post breaks it all down:

🔹 How to actually define the role you need — before you write the job post
🔹 The 5 hiring models (in-house, freelance, dedicated teams, staff augmentation, agencies) — pros, cons, and when to use each
🔹 Where the best developers actually are (hint: not always on LinkedIn)
🔹 What to ask in technical interviews beyond algorithms
🔹 What it actually costs to hire a developer in 2026, broken down by region and seniority
🔹 The most common hiring mistakes even experienced companies make

If you're scaling your engineering team and want to avoid costly missteps, this guide is for you.

Read the full article: https://unl.solutions/how-to-hire-software-developers-a-complete-guide-for-product-companies/

Don't know how to hire software developers for your product company? Here is a guide, complete with a step-by-step, tips, and warnings

08/07/2026

So... how do you actually feel about AI-assisted development? 😅

23/06/2026

What is a human body without a nervous system? Just a pile of flesh, bones, and organs, with no direction and questionable potential. Sounds disturbingly familiar?

Morbid analogy aside, what we want to say is that your business needs this nervous system. So that all the other systems learn to work in unison.

This is where Salesforce integration comes in. It connects all the fragmented systems within your business, breaks down data silos, and transforms isolated data points into a single, actionable source of truth.

If you want to integrate Salesforce properly, you are going to need a guide. And we have one!

In it, we are breaking down:

❓The Why: Perks of a connected ecosystem (manual work elimination, a 360-degree customer view, and accelerated revenue)
✔️ The How: A clear breakdown of integration types—from native apps to custom code and middleware
💰 The Cost: An honest insight into potential investment and hidden costs
✨ The Best Practices: Actionable strategies, sure-fire integration tools, and tested solutions

Want to have the Salesforce integration demystified? Want to create an ecosystem where data flows freely?

Then read the full article here 👇

All you need to know about Salesforce integrations: perks, types, tools & challenges. Tips on how to hire perfect Salesforce integration services

16/06/2026

Deciding between expensive in-house and risky freelancers?

Don’t. A dedicated software development team gives you the best of both worlds:

✅ full control
✅ easy scaling
✅ lower cost
✅ knowledge retention
✅ zero HR headache

Let someone else handle the boring stuff. Focus on your vision.

Details here -

A deep dive into the dedicated software development team model. Learn the definition, costs, pros & cons, tips on how to hire the right DDT

10/06/2026

London Tech Week 2026 🇬🇧

Lots of meetings.
Lots of conversations.
Lots of ideas.

AI is everywhere, but the most interesting discussions are about making it work in the real world:

💡 AI integration
🚀 Faster product delivery
👥 Scaling engineering teams
⚖️ Balancing innovation and business goals

Great to meet so many founders, tech leaders, and product teams in London this week.

04/06/2026

In-house. Staff Augmentation. Outsourcing. Which model is right for your business?

There’s no universal answer.

Each approach comes with its own strengths, trade-offs, and ideal use cases. The best choice depends on what you're optimizing for:

✅ Faster delivery
✅ Access to specialized expertise
✅ Long-term product ownership
✅ Flexibility and scalability
✅ Budget efficiency

Choosing the wrong model can slow down growth. Choosing the right one can help you build, scale, and innovate more effectively.

In our latest article, we break down the key differences between in-house teams, staff augmentation, and outsourcing - and explain when each option makes the most sense.

Read the full guide here 👇
https://unl.solutions/in-house-vs-outsourcing-vs-staff-augmentation-which-model-fits-your-product-team/

Deep in the in-house vs. outsourcing software development debate? Here is a guide to help you pick the right hiring model for your needs

21/05/2026

Think that the In-House Vs. Contractor Vs. Staff Augmentation debate is just about the visible cost of hiring a DevOps?
Not really. You are forgetting about speed, continuity, flexibility, and team load.

Think too long about both the cost and the other factors—and your head might start to ache. That is why we broke down the headline numbers and what lies beneath to help you decide which option is your best bet.

UK vs Poland DevOps costs are built differently. See what salary, contractor rates, and monthly fees include before you compare them.