Setting up a Global Capability Centre (GCC) in India has traditionally meant weeks of consultant calls just to get a rough cost estimate. Embark, a platform focused on accelerating GCC expansion in India, just changed that with a free, self-serve GCC Calculator that delivers an instant, fully loaded cost estimate — no sales pitch required.
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What the Calculator Actually Does
Users simply enter basic details — team size, roles, and HQ location — and the tool generates a comprehensive cost model covering everything from compensation and benefits to real estate, technology, compliance, and one-time setup costs. It even benchmarks that cost against what the same team would cost back in the company’s home market.
GCC : Key Features
| Feature | What It Offers |
|---|---|
| Fully loaded cost modelling | Goes beyond salary-only estimates |
| Multi-geography support | Covers multiple sectors and currencies |
| CapEx amortisation | Accounts for one-time setup costs |
| Location and role flexibility | Covers major Indian cities and diverse talent profiles |
| Instant, self-serve access | No sales call needed to get an estimate |
Why This Matters Right Now
India remains the world’s leading destination for Global Capability Centers, hosting well over 1,700 GCCs employing nearly 1.9 million professionals — a number projected to keep climbing as mid-market companies, not just large enterprises, start exploring India as a strategic base.
That’s exactly the gap Embark is targeting. According to Co-Founder and CEO Aravind Maiya, credible cost data has historically been locked behind consultant-led engagements, making it hard for early-stage decision-makers to build a solid business case. By replacing that lengthy discovery process with a transparent, decision-grade estimate, the calculator lets companies move faster on real data rather than assumptions.
Built on Real Delivery Experience
Unlike generic salary comparison tools, Embark’s model draws on the company’s own on-ground delivery experience and market data — meaning the numbers reflect what it actually costs to run a GCC in India today, not just theoretical benchmarks. This also makes it useful for companies that already operate GCCs in India and want to validate whether their existing cost structure still holds up.
Founded in 2025 and backed by the Embassy Group’s decades of real estate expertise, Embark positions itself as a single-source execution partner covering strategy, operations, talent, and workplace solutions — with this calculator serving as an easy entry point for companies still evaluating whether India is the right move.
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FAQs
Q1. Is Embark’s GCC Calculator free to use?
Yes, it’s a free, self-serve tool that provides instant cost estimates without requiring a sales call.
Q2. What costs does the calculator include?
It covers compensation, benefits, real estate, technology, compliance, and one-time setup expenses.
