How are offshore development services different from outsourcing?

Offshore development services refer to the practice of hiring a team of resources located in a different country to develop software or provide IT services. It involves establishing a dedicated development center or team in a foreign country. On the other hand, outsourcing refers to the practice of contracting a third-party organization, either domestic or international, to handle specific tasks or projects on behalf of a company. While both involve the engagement of external resources, offshore development services typically involve a long-term partnership, dedicated team, and more involvement in the development process, whereas outsourcing can be a short-term or one-time engagement for a specific project or task.