7. Independent Contractors, Freelancers, Consultants
What are you looking for?
1. What type of contractor needed? Define
2. How long? Timelines; Term
3. What services providing?
4. Does contractor require a license or other
certification?
5. Incorporated/unincorporated
6. Warranty/Guarantee/Service Level
Agreements
7. Payment Schedule
8. Bond/Insurance
9. Tools
Advantages:
1. Flexibility- Scale up or down
2. Reduced costs for benefits
3. Experience- no training
4. Tools supplied- no tools to buy
Disadvantages:
1) Risks of bad work
2) No control
3) No loyalty
4) Fees may vary