A Global Capability Center (GCC) is a dedicated offshore unit set up by a foreign company to handle business functions — finance, tech, HR, analytics — from countries like India. But launching a full-fledged GCC involves capital, compliance, and commitment.
That’s where the GCC Incubation Center model comes in — a strategic approach to test the waters before going all-in.
The GCC Incubation Model Explained
Think of a GCC Incubation Center as a plug-and-play pilot environment. The foreign company doesn’t need to:
- Register a local Indian entity
- Rent an office or hire legal staff
- Manage IT infrastructure
- Commit to large-scale employment
Instead, the offshore partner (like Everest GCC) provides everything — workspace, staff, systems — and runs the operation under its own entity while the client tests the model.
Key Advantages
- No Permanent Establishment (PE) Risk
Since the employees are on the partner’s rolls, the foreign firm avoids triggering PE or tax complications. - Zero Setup Investment
No company registration, lease, or capital expense — Everest hosts the team in a secure shared or dedicated space. - Start with Just One Hire
Begin with a single analyst or accountant and scale based on real output and performance. - Fully Supported HR + Legal
Everest manages everything — payroll, compliance, IT setup, and training — while you stay focused on results. - Smooth Transition to a Full GCC
Once the model is validated, you can move to a Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT) structure or even retain Everest to operate the GCC long-term.
Use Cases
- US startups testing India for finance or analytics functions
- Mid-sized tech companies piloting offshore development
- Global CFOs needing secure back-office support
- Investors planning shared services across portfolio firms
Final Thought
Setting up a GCC is a big step — but an incubation model reduces risk and accelerates decision-making. With Everest GCC, you can validate viability in 3–6 months before investing long-term.