Expert Business Outsourcing Solutions & Services

Outsource smarter with The Connected Hive, a trusted advisor for BPO, contact center, CX consulting, and technology solutions. Led by 20+ years of executive industry experience, we help healthcare, financial services, insurance, government, retail, tech, and CPG organizations find vetted partners, reduce costs by 20–30%, improve service quality, and scale with confidence.

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Our Business Outsourcing Services

Strategic outsourcing, contact center, consulting, technology, and continuity solutions tailored to complex business needs.

Business Process Outsourcing

Delegate critical operational functions to experienced external providers, including customer support, technical help desks, data entry, finance, HR, and back-office tasks, while keeping internal teams focused on core priorities.

Contact Center Outsourcing

Match with vetted contact center partners for phone, email, chat, social media, technical help desk, and customer care programs across onshore, nearshore, offshore, or hybrid delivery models.

Partner Selection

Receive a full needs assessment, RFI/RFP support, site visit audit guidance, vendor questions, and hand-selected provider recommendations from an extensive network of qualified BPO partners.

CX Consulting

Improve customer experience through AI assessments, process audits, cost-reduction analysis, vendor evaluation, and flexible advisory support ranging from short consulting sessions to ongoing strategic engagements.

Technology Solutions

Optimize operations with AI, chatbots, IVR, WFM, workforce optimization, CCaaS platforms, and automated communication tools that meet PCI-DSS and HIPAA requirements where applicable.

Business Continuity

Protect customer operations during unexpected disruptions with continuity planning support and partner strategies designed to help essential service programs remain stable during and after business interruptions.

Strategic Partner Matching

Smarter Outsourcing Without Added Complexity

Choosing a BPO partner can involve complex tradeoffs across cost, culture, compliance, technology, and customer experience. The Connected Hive simplifies that decision with executive-level guidance, a vetted provider network, and practical insight from decades in contact centers. You gain clarity, reduce risk, and build outsourcing relationships designed to support measurable business outcomes.

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Trusted By Leaders

Client Success

Explore how strategic outsourcing guidance supports stronger partnerships, better customer experiences, and measurable operational savings.

"Tim is an expert in strategic thinking, relationship management and sales. His network of contact centers & experts in the industry make him an invaluable resource for anyone he works with. I knew him before he started his own business. It's been amazing to see him start his own firm..."

Hannah Maher, CLCS
The Connected Hive Difference

Why Choose The Connected Hive?

The Connected Hive helps you make outsourcing decisions with clarity, confidence, and experienced guidance.

Vetted Network

Access an established network of qualified BPO and contact center partners across multiple delivery models.

Deep Expertise

Guidance from Tim Austrums, with 20+ years leading complex contact center and BPO relationships.

Compliance Insight

Support for healthcare, financial services, insurance, and other buyers with HIPAA and PCI considerations.

Strategic Fit

A holistic assessment aligns outsourcing strategy with budget, culture, brand, technology, and service goals.

Meet The Connected Hive

Executive-level guidance backed by decades of outsourcing experience.

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Tim Austrums

Founder and CEO

Tim Austrums is the Founder and CEO of The Connected Hive, bringing over twenty years of executive and leadership experience in the BPO and contact center industry. Based in Edina, MN, Tim has built a distinguished career working with leading organizations such as Humana, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Discover, Ameriprise, and government agencies including FEMA and the State of Louisiana. He specializes in healthcare member experience, contact center strategy, and negotiating multi-million dollar client and vendor relationships. A sharp strategist and skilled closer of $5–6 million dollar deals, Tim founded The Connected Hive to serve businesses with the personalized, expert guidance they need to navigate the complexities of the contact center and BPO landscape. His commitment to impeccability, transparency, and human connection drives every client engagement.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a business outsourcing company?

A business outsourcing company helps organizations delegate specific functions to external specialists instead of managing every task internally. This may include customer support, technical help desk, data entry, finance and accounting, HR support, or contact center operations. The Connected Hive advises companies on outsourcing strategy and connects them with vetted BPO partners aligned to their goals, budget, compliance needs, and brand standards.

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Still Have Outsourcing Questions?

Get practical guidance before choosing your next outsourcing partner.

Industry Affiliations

Awards and Recognition

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MWCCA Board Role

Board-level involvement in contact center industry leadership.

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PACE Association Member

Association connection supporting professional contact center standards.

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HIMSS Association Member

Healthcare technology association membership supporting informed advisory.

Ready to Find Your Ideal BPO Partner?

Tell us about your current operations, goals, compliance needs, and outsourcing challenges. We’ll help clarify the next best step and identify the right-fit solution.

Contact Us Today

For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at +1 952-500-0806.