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EOR vs GCC: Which Offshore Model is Right for You?


🌍 Two Models. One Goal.


If you're looking to build an offshore team in India, you’ve likely come across two common terms:👉 GCC (Global Capability Center)👉 EOR (Employer of Record)

Both models help you tap into India’s exceptional talent pool and reduce operational costs. But they serve different needs, and the choice depends on your goals, scale, risk appetite, and speed.

In this article, we break down the differences, benefits, and ideal use cases — so you can decide what’s right for your organization.


🏱 What is a GCC?


A Global Capability Center (GCC) is a wholly owned or managed offshore team that serves as an extension of your core business. While it may or may not be legally registered as an entity, it's fully integrated with your company's systems, processes, and culture.


You control:

  • Who you hire

  • How they work

  • What they deliver

  • The tech stack, training, and performance


✅ Best for companies looking for long-term presence, process control, and brand alignment.


đŸ§Ÿ What is an EOR?


An Employer of Record (EOR) is a third-party legal employer that hires and manages employees on your behalf. You direct the work — but the EOR handles:

  • Payroll & compliance

  • Tax filings & labor law adherence

  • Benefits, contracts, and exits


You get speed and simplicity, without setting up an Indian entity.


✅ Best for companies wanting to test offshore hiring, avoid local registration, or stay agile in multiple markets.


📊 Quick Comparison Table

Feature

GCC Setup

EOR Model

Legal Entity Needed

Not always (can be phased)

No

Speed to Deploy

30–60 days

1–2 weeks

Team Size Flexibility

5 to 50+ FTEs

Best for 1 to 20 FTEs

Compliance Responsibility

Yours (or via partner)

EOR handles all local compliance

Control Over Team Culture

High

Medium

Long-Term Scalability

Very High

Moderate

Branding & Office Setup

Customizable

Not included

Cost Efficiency (long-term)

High once scaled

May cost more over time


đŸ€” Which One Is Right for You?


Choose EOR If You:

  • Want to hire fast without legal hassles

  • Are testing the market or expanding temporarily

  • Need to hire individuals or small teams (<10 FTEs)

  • Want all compliance managed by a third party


Choose GCC If You:

  • Are building a strategic, scalable offshore team

  • Need full control over training, output, and retention

  • Are looking for long-term cost optimization

  • Want to embed your company’s culture and systems


🔁 Or Start with EOR, Then Move to GCC


Many companies start with EOR to test the waters, then transition to a lightweight GCC model once they’re confident.


At Global Cap Center, we help you:

  • Compare both models for your exact business goals

  • Start with EOR (if needed), then migrate to a custom GCC setup

  • Manage all setup, hiring, compliance, and infrastructure


🚀 Let’s Find the Right Model for You


Whether you’re a startup, scale-up, or mid-market enterprise — we’ll help you offshore smartly, efficiently, and with full clarity.


đŸ“© Email: support@globalcapcenter.com📞 Call: +91-891-9999-748


Let’s design the right offshore model — EOR, GCC, or a smart blend of both.

 
 
 

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