Outsourcing rates by profession ($/hour)
Indicative blended rates for senior-level specialists.
| Profession | Min | Max | Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Analyst | 56 | 76 | 68 |
| Project Manager | 59 | 91 | 69 |
| Scrum Master | 54 | 88 | 66 |
| Graphic Designer | 48 | 84 | 65 |
| DevOps | 59 | 91 | 77 |
| Lead Developer | 66 | 91 | 78 |
| Junior Developer | 41 | 59 | 50 |
| Intermediate Developer | 53 | 73 | 63 |
| Senior Developer | 65 | 91 | 75 |
| Junior QA (Manual) | 34 | 58 | 43 |
| Intermediate QA (Manual) | 42 | 66 | 55 |
| Senior QA (Manual) | 53 | 73 | 65 |
| Junior QA (Automated) | 35 | 59 | 48 |
| Intermediate QA (Automated) | 48 | 69 | 63 |
| Senior QA (Automated) | 59 | 80 | 72 |
General information
Currency
UYU
GDP growth%
4.4
Population
3.426 million (2021)
Time zone
GMT-3
Region
Latin America
Scorecard
160 country assessments, drawn up on the basis of macroeconomic, financial and political data, are made freely available.
Regularly updated, they provide an estimate of the average credit risk on a country’s businesses. This is an invaluable tool, giving an indication of a country’s potential influence on businesses’ financial commitments.
Our analyses use a eight-level ranking. In ascending order of risk, these are
Source linkcoface.com/Economic-Studies-and-Country-RisksOverall readiness
Software outsourcing readiness
Technology capabilities
Microsoft Dynamics
Mobile Application
Key industries
Economic overview
Political Stability
1.10The likelihood of political instability and/or politically motivated violence, including terrorism, is rated on a scale of approximately -2.5 to 2.5, where the score of -2.5 represents the highest perceived risk, and the score of 2.5 represents the lowest perceived risk.
Democracy status
8.85A global ranking based on political factors such as elections, government, participation, culture, and civil liberties.
Business climate
AcceptableA comprehensive evaluation of the business environment, including access to and accuracy of corporate financial information and the strength of creditor protection through fair and effective resolution of unpaid debts through the local legal system.
Risk assessment
ModerateAn assessment of the average risk of non-payment for companies, determined by economic, financial, and political factors.
Figures are indicative and compiled from public indices. See our disclosure for methodology and sources.
Overview
Uruguay is a South American country with a rich cultural heritage, known for its music, literature, and cuisine. The country has a diversified economy that is dominated by the service sector, which accounts for a significant portion of its GDP. The country also has a strong agricultural sector, with beef, soybeans, and rice being some of its major exports.
Despite its economic progress, Uruguay faces several challenges, including income inequality, low levels of foreign investment, and limited infrastructure development. The government has implemented several measures to address these challenges, including promoting public-private partnerships to improve infrastructure and increase investment.
Uruguay has a well-developed IT infrastructure, with a high level of internet and mobile phone penetration. The country has a modern telecommunications network, with widespread access to broadband internet and mobile phone services. The government has also invested in the development of the IT sector, with initiatives to promote the use of technology in education, healthcare, and business. Uruguay is home to several successful technology companies, including GeneXus and PedidosYa.
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