Nearshore from Poland - who it fits and how to start?
Nearshore software development from Poland means a CET team, English delivery and rates often 30-50% below a US agency - GMI Software from Gdansk focuses on React Native, MedusaJS and headless e-commerce for international clients (EU, UK, US), not generic body leasing.
How is Poland nearshore different from offshore?
Nearshore (Poland for UK/EU/US East) means similar timezone, easier sync meetings, 2-3h flights to London or Berlin. Offshore (e.g. South Asia) looks cheaper on paper but communication cost and decision lag often erase savings.
GMI does not sell anonymous heads - we staff teams for concrete services: React Native mobile apps, MedusaJS development and headless e-commerce with fixed price after DDT.
Cost and timezone overlap
2026 market benchmark: senior developer in Poland often EUR 50-90/h vs USD 120-180/h in the USA (sources: PayScale reports and local agency listings - indicative ranges). A 3-5 FTE team can save USD 200k+ yearly at the same scope.
Overlap: 9:00-17:00 CET covers UK afternoon and US East Coast morning - enough for daily, planning and demo. Async docs and decisions in English.
Nearshore risks and how GMI addresses them
Risk 1: blurred accountability - mitigation: one client Product Owner, sprint Definition of Done. Risk 2: vendor lock-in - mitigation: code and docs handover per milestone. Risk 3: scope underestimate - mitigation: DDT before fixed price.
Services international nearshore clients order most from GMI: React Native app development (mobile apps), MedusaJS development (headless B2B) and API/ERP integrations.
Sources and references
PayScale - software developer salaries (indicative benchmarks): https://www.payscale.com
Clutch - nearshore software development Poland: https://clutch.co/pl/app-developers
GMI services: https://gmi.software/services/mobile-apps and https://gmi.software/services/medusajs-development
Frequently asked questions
- Is Poland nearshore suitable for regulated products?
- Yes for GDPR and standard EU requirements. Health and finance need separate compliance analysis - we cover that in DDT.
- How to start nearshore engagement with GMI?
- Short brief, discovery call, DDT workshop, fixed-price quote within 48h of complete input. Contact: gmi.software/contact.
Content updated: July 2, 2026