However the problem domain that this fellow has 'Logistics' Can be a big scape, but more importantly the nature of the logistics is important whereas "shipping

However the problem domain that this fellow has 'Logistics' Can be a big scape, but more importantly the nature of the logistics is important whereas "shipping logistics for a parcel" is a hell of a lot different than logistics with specialized compliance, handling, security, discretion, coordination-of-other-entities, does. It would be interesting to know what niche is ~$300-400 million ARR thats being handled by 3rd party contracted infra? --- However, having worked as a high-paid consultant on high ticket/visibility/risk projects -- HN is giving some great advice. (hire and empower a great lead - allow a new approach. Ivolve your staff and have what you need built. Continue to work with the external that you have, and as a requirement (where appropriate - have them respond to your lead on any questions your lead comes up with)