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Set Up Your Global Capability Center (GCC) in India with Bridging Gaps

India: The Strategic Destination for Your Global Capability Center

India has emerged as a powerhouse for Global Capability Centers (GCCs), with over 1,500+ GCCs already operating in the country across industries. For small and mid-sized international companies, the opportunity to build a cost-effective, innovation-driven center has never been more compelling.

From a rich talent ecosystem to robust infrastructure and favorable government policies, India provides a dynamic launchpad for GCCs to support global growth, product innovation, and operational scale.

But navigating India’s complexity can be daunting—especially if you’re setting up your first GCC. That’s where Bridging Gaps comes in.

Why Bridging Gaps?

With 14+ years of deep-rooted expertise in consulting, talent acquisition, compliance, and outsourcingBridging Gaps is the go-to partner for building future-ready GCCs in India.

We’re not just consultants—we are execution specialists with PAN-India capabilities, a strong advisory backbone, and a proven record of delivering agile, scalable, and cost-effective GCC solutions for clients in telecom, InsurTech, cloud, and enterprise tech domains.

Our GCC Enablement Services: From Zero to Scalable in Record Time

We help you attract and onboard high-impact talent across core domains:

• Software Engineering (Java, .NET, Full Stack)
• DevOps, SRE, and Cloud Infrastructure
• AI/ML, Data Science & Analytics
• Cybersecurity & Platform Engineering
• CTO, VP Engineering, Architects, and Practice Heads

Our hiring models are flexible:

✔ Permanent | ✔ Contract | ✔ Project-based

Key Differentiators:

• Market mapping by skill, region & competitor density
• Pan-India hiring (including Tier-2 cities like Chandigarh, Indore, Jaipur)
• Employer Branding strategies to attract passive talent
• Daily sprint-based hiring for urgent ramp-ups

Case in Point:

For a US-based InsurTech company, we executed a 90-day GCC buildout by hiring 30+ niche tech professionals through a targeted, insight-driven strategy.

We simplify the operational buildout process, ensuring your India center is compliant, efficient, and future-ready.

We handle:

• Office leasing & co-working setup
• HR, payroll, and labor compliance
• Facility management & vendor sourcing
• Local entity support or Employer of Record (EOR) interim hiring
• Technology infrastructure procurement

Success Story:

A South African telecom firm had zero presence in India. Bridging Gaps led the end-to-end GCC setup in Pune, hiring 150+ employees, establishing operations, and managing compliance—all within 12 months.

Global timelines don’t wait. We offer fast-track hiring and deployment aligned to project roadmaps, including:

• 72-hour turnaround shortlisting
• Skill-first assessments with hiring sprints
• Coordinated interviews and real-time dashboards
• Back-to-back onboarding & feedback loops

Outcome Delivered:

We scaled 50+ skilled professionals in under 30 days for a global enterprise’s tech project, achieving a 90% offer-to-join ratio.

We enable smarter, data-backed decisions by providing:

Service

Benefit to You

Talent Heatmaps

Identify cost-effective skill clusters across Indian cities

Salary Benchmarking

Align offers to local expectations, reduce drop-offs

Competitor Hiring Analysis

Stay ahead of the demand curve

Location Intelligence

Balance costs, availability, and retention rates

Example Insight:

Hiring in Tier-2 cities can yield 30–40% cost savings and improved candidate commitment compared to metro cities.

We don’t stop after setup. Bridging Gaps supports long-term GCC optimization through:

• Org design aligned to product and growth goals
• Building CoEs (AI, Cloud, Security, Data Engineering)
• Succession planning and leadership pipelines
• Support function hiring (Finance, HR, Analytics)
• Vendor optimization & SLA-driven partner governance

Client Impact:

We helped a client restructure redundant hiring processes across business units, leading to 40% faster onboarding and better cross-functional collaboration.

Comparison Table: Bridging Gaps vs. Traditional Setup Models

CapabilityTraditional SetupBridging Gaps Approach
Hiring Speed3–6 monthsAs fast as 30 days (with agile pods)
Local Talent AccessMetro-restrictedMetro + Tier-2 & Tier-3 cities
Vendor ManagementFragmented & siloedSLA-based, centralized delivery
Compliance & PayrollRequires multiple vendorsIn-house compliance + integrated payroll
Strategic AdvisoryLimitedEmbedded in every step of the journey
Leadership HiringExpensive + slowEmbedded search with succession strategy
Onboarding CoordinationDelayedZero-delay, real-time onboarding

Industries We’ve Enabled GCCs In:

• Telecom & Networking
• FinTech & InsurTech
• Cloud/SaaS Platforms
• Digital Consumer Tech
• Cybersecurity & AI Startups

Your GCC, Built for Scale — Start with Bridging Gaps

Whether you're expanding for cost savings, global talent, or product innovation—your GCC in India deserves a strategic foundation.

At Bridging Gaps, we don’t just help you build operations. We help you build excellence.

Let’s begin your India journey.

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Frequnetly Asked Questions

What is the ideal team size to begin a GCC in India?

Even a 10–30 member team can be a great start. We help you scale gradually based on your roadmap.

Can you help us set up in Tier-2 cities like Indore or Chandigarh?

Absolutely. We specialize in unlocking Tier-2 city potential with talent mapping and cost benchmarking.

How do we reduce offer drop-offs?

Through employer branding, transparent communication, and compensation alignment—we consistently achieve >85% offer-to-join ratios.

Do we need a local entity to start hiring?

No. We offer Employer of Record (EOR) services to hire on your behalf until your legal setup is complete.