ABOUT THE CLIENT
In 2021, a crude oil logistics startup based in Houston was faced with the difficult decision of wanting to grow without overexpanding. As is the case with most nascent start-ups, only the two co-founders were involved in its daily operations. They couldn’t grow without additional help, but they also didn’t want to take the risk of hiring an expensive first employee who wouldn’t have enough work.
That’s when they turned to Backoffice Abroad!
Results with Backoffice Abroad
Savings of up to 50%
Compared to hiring in the high-cost-of-living Houston area. This enabled our client to grow its business at the right speed, without overspending or overxtending.
Our clients knew that they could rely on us to find perfect candidates, free of charge. They appreciated our Pay-Only-When-You-Hire model and our easy-to-cancel contracts.
10- people remote team
After two years of collaboration with Backoffice Abroad’s guidance and support, they achieved the establishment of a 10-person remote team. This speaks to the strength of our partnership and our commitment to nurturing their growth.
Flexibility and synergy
Overcoming geographical barriers, our clients fostered a culture of innovation and synergy that powered the company’s growth. The time zone alignment helped the remote team feel like an integral part of the company.
CUSTOMER CHALLENGE
Overcoming High Costs: Navigating Challenges in a High-Wage Landscape
One of the first challenges that confronted the company was the substantial variability in salaries across different states in the United States. Salaries can vary significantly depending on the geographical location of the job. This geographical wage discrepancy stems from the diverse cost of living, demand for specific skills, and economic conditions in each state.
Our customer operates in Houston, which – particularly in the oil and gas industry – is a market with high labor costs. Given that information, the challenge was clear and resonates with many businesses in the region: how to achieve this ambitious growth while navigating a complex salary landscape without compromising profitability?
THE SOLUTION
Creating a Remote Team for Nearshoring Success
Responding to the company’s call, we swiftly matched them with a remote operations coordinator based in Argentina.
The outcome surpassed all expectations. The coordinator’s dedication and performance propelled him into the role of Chief Operating Officer (COO) within a year, an elevation that underscored the power of remote collaboration.
But the success story doesn’t stop there. Since that pivotal moment, the company’s reliance on Backoffice Abroad’s nearshoring services has grown substantially. Recognizing the value of a diverse and talented remote workforce, they have engaged an additional nine service providers from us, each contributing their unique expertise to the company’s operations (and bottom line).
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