Meaning of the word "outside provider" in English

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outside provider

US /ˌaʊtˈsaɪd prəˈvaɪ.dɚ/
UK /ˌaʊtˈsaɪd prəˈvaɪ.də/
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Noun

a person or company that provides a service or product to another company but is not part of that company

Example:
The company hired an outside provider to manage its payroll.
We need to consult with an outside provider for specialized technical support.