Agenda

Whether it's audio, codev, art, or QA, working with external contributors is the norm in today's game development cycles. But misalignment costs time, money, and morale. In this conversation between outsourcers and outsource managers from different disciplines, key insights will be shared to help developers build better workflows with outsourced teams—with a focus on clear ownership, defining goals, adapting schedules, and planning around a budget. Whether you're commissioning work for the first time or refining long-term vendor relationships, this session offers real-world advice on managing external collaborations with less friction and better results.

Takeaway

Attendees will leave with actionable strategies for working more effectively with outsourced teams—whether you're a producer, artist, or engineer. Learn how to set clear expectations, integrate deliverables into your workflow, and avoid common traps that cost time and money.

Intended Audience

This panel is designed for mid-level to senior developers who interact with external teams—particularly in roles such as producers, project managers, technical and art leads, audio and QA coordinators, external development managers or outsourcing managers, as well as indie developers scaling up with remote contributors.