# Why An Outsourced Development Team Should Be Part of CustDev

**Authors:** Max Lyubchuk
**Published:** 24.07.2025
**Reading time:** 14 minutes

> Involving outsourced dev teams in CustDev validates assumptions, avoids costly mistakes, and improves product-market fit. Use criteria to pick the right partner.

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**Tags:** B2B, Startup

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