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Global Capability Centers: Transforming Operations into Strategic Growth Engines

Vestian guides you in building and scaling GCCs that centralize key business functions, foster innovation, and optimize costs—while you maintain complete operational control.

GCCs have gone beyond cost-saving back-office units—they are now strategic hubs for digital transformation, process optimization, and business growth. India, for example, is a leading destination due to its world-class infrastructure, skilled professionals, and a favorable business environment.

End-to-End GCC Setup

Vestian provides a holistic, full-lifecycle approach to establishing your Global Capability Center—transforming your strategic vision into an operational reality.

- We collaborate with your leadership to clarify GCC objectives, outline success metrics, and create a robust business case that aligns with your broader corporate goals as part of our vision and strategy definition.
- From HR and finance to legal and IT, we orchestrate every department's involvement for cross-functional coordination, ensuring all project elements move forward cohesively.
- We navigate local laws, industry regulations, and fiscal policies to streamline the setup process and mitigate risk through comprehensive regulatory and compliance guidance.
- Even post-launch, our team remains engaged to refine operational processes, manage change requests, and measure performance against defined KPIs through ongoing governance.

Transaction Management & Site Selection

Leveraging global market intelligence and real estate expertise, Vestian identifies the optimal location and physical space for your GCC to thrive.

- We evaluate multiple cities and regions worldwide for market analysis and shortlisting, considering factors like talent availability, operating costs, infrastructure maturity, and local business climate.
- Our real estate professionals provide lease advisory and contract negotiation services to secure cost-effective leases or purchase agreements, minimizing overhead without compromising on quality or location advantages.
- We align your workspace location with your core objectives for effective workplace location strategy—be it proximity to major universities, talent hubs, or logistical networks—ensuring that your GCC is well-positioned for growth.
- By reviewing emerging property trends and local expansion opportunities for future-proofing, we help ensure your GCC can scale or pivot as business demands evolve

Design, Build & Construction

From architectural planning to final handover, Vestian crafts workplaces designed for productivity, innovation, and an engaging employee experience.

- We analyze your workforce size, departmental requirements, and cultural needs for workplace needs assessment to inform space planning and layout decisions.
- Our team creates functional yet inspiring environments through architectural and interior design, focusing on ergonomic setups, collaborative zones, and brand-consistent aesthetics.
- We handle contractor selection, budgeting, scheduling, and on-site supervision for project and construction management, ensuring each phase meets quality standards and deadlines.
- Whether you're aiming for energy efficiency certifications or adhering to local building codes, we integrate eco-friendly materials and practices for sustainability and compliance to reduce environmental impact and liability.

Technology & IT Infrastructure

Vestian sets up the digital backbone of your GCC—securing everything from hardware and software to cloud platforms and cybersecurity measures.

- We map out the optimal blend of on-premise systems, cloud solutions, and network setups for IT architecture and planning to align with your performance, security, and data governance requirements.
- Our team ensures seamless systems integration and configuration between your GCC and the corporate HQ, including VPNs, collaboration tools, and remote access systems.
- We implement robust policies and tools as cybersecurity frameworks to safeguard sensitive data, meeting compliance standards like GDPR or industry-specific regulations.
- Redundancy planning, backup protocols, and failover mechanisms are put in place for disaster recovery and business continuity to protect your GCC against unforeseen disruptions.

Talent & Workforce Solutions

Vestian partners with you to source, onboard, and continuously develop the professionals who will staff and grow your GCC—aligning workforce capabilities with long-term strategic goals.

- We tap into local talent pools for talent acquisition and recruitment to find qualified candidates across various roles (technical, administrative, managerial), ensuring cultural and skill fit.
- Our HR specialists oversee orientation, compliance training, and continuous professional development programs for onboarding and training, fostering a strong organizational culture from day one.
- We help design market-competitive packages for compensation and benefits management tailored to local norms and your corporate policies, supporting both retention and cost control.
- Through structured feedback loops, mentorship programs, and skill-building initiatives for performance management and upskilling, we ensure your GCC workforce remains agile and future-ready.

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