Embark
Embark

Strategy & Design

Build a GCC with Confidence

Consulting is the foundation of every GCC we help create. From the first conversation through execution, Embark acts as a single strategic partner, designing GCCs that are scalable and ready to operate from day one. We combine strategic rigour with the speed and flexibility growing businesses need.

Our approach

Six Integrated Areas of Work

We help organisations define the right operating model, select the right location, build the right workforce strategy, and establish the governance required for long-term success.

01

GCC Vision & Mission

02

Portfolio Optimisation & Insourcing Strategy

03

Operating Model & Org. Structure

04

Location & Micro-market Strategy

05

Financial Model & Business Case

06

Governance and Change Management

Process Flow

Six Integrated Design Areas

GCC Vision & Mission

Strategic mandate and north-star roadmap

Portfolio Optimisation

Insourcing strategy and capability roadmap

Operating Model

Governance, processes and delivery structure

Location Strategy

Optimal city and micro-market selection

Financial Model

Business case and value realisation plan

Governance & Change

Accountability structures and transition management

What you get

Tangible Outputs at Every Stage

01

Clearly defined GCC mandate, value proposition, and long-term strategic roadmap

02

Prioritised portfolio and phased insourcing roadmap aligned to business priorities

03

Target operating model and organisation design enabling scalable delivery

04

Optimal location footprint and expansion roadmap based on talent and ecosystem dynamics

05

Robust business case with quantified investments, benefits, and value realisation plan

06

Governance framework and change management plan ensuring successful transition and sustained value

Metrics & Outcomes

Design in Numbers

6

Strategic Design Areas

From vision to governance

1

Accountable Partner

End-to-end design ownership

Day One

Operational Readiness

GCC designed for immediate deployment

4

GCC Lifecycle Phases

Design, Setup, Operate, Transform

Roadmap

Design Is Phase One of Four

1

Design

Strategy, operating model, location, and financial case. You are here.

2

Setup

Entity incorporation, workstream configuration, and day-one readiness.

3

Operate

End-to-end process ownership across people, finance, compliance, and IT.

4

Transform

Evolving from delivery hub to strategic value driver.

Ready to Build Your India Strategy?

Talk to our GCC strategy team about your specific context, timeline, and ambitions.