Finding, retaining, and even affording local talent has become a growing challenge for many businesses around the world—Outsourced offers an alternative. Outsourced is an ISO-certified offshore staffing company based in the Philippines that specializes in building full-time teams for its clients. Through offshore outsourcing with Outsourced, businesses can potentially save up to 75% on salaries compared to local hiring.
The Inspiration for Outsourced
Outsourced was founded in 2012 by CEO Mike Larcher, who became frustrated with local hiring challenges in Australia. He found it difficult to find and retain skilled talent locally, which prompted him to look abroad.
“In 2012,” Mike explained, “while running a digital agency, I faced difficulty finding and retaining talent in Australia—so I decided to explore the Philippines. This move allowed me to save a significant percentage on salaries compared to local hiring, and with these savings, I was able to access a wider pool of qualified professionals.”
Building a Cost-Effective Hiring Solution
That same year, Mike founded Outsourced to help other businesses struggling with local hiring find a more cost-effective solution. Though the company began with just a single employee, it has since grown steadily over time.
Operational Successes
In 2017, Outsourced achieved Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) accreditation, and in 2018, it obtained ISO certifications for Quality Management Systems and Information Security Management Systems. By January 2024, the company reached a team size of around 1,000 employees. In May, Outsourced acquired Double Yolk, expanding its services into India, and in September, the company was recognized as one of HR Asia’s Best Companies to Work for in Asia.
Moreover, Outsourced has received Great Place to Work Certification®, a recognition that highlights its ongoing commitment to staff satisfaction, wellness, and fostering a positive workplace culture. This focus on employee well-being is a key reason why Outsourced’s remote staffing services in the Philippines are considered highly reliable, as the company ensures its teams are motivated to succeed.
Flexible, Transparent, and Customizable Teams
Building on this strong company culture, Outsourced provides access to a wide range of skilled professionals, premium facilities, ISO certification, and a retention rate that is above industry average at 98%. Their staffing solutions are flexible, transparent, and customizable, ensuring legal compliance and giving clients full control. While Outsourced specializes in full-time teams rather than short-term, project-based tasks, the company does not require long-term contracts.
“We specialize in building teams of professionals such as web developers, graphic designers, marketers, network engineers, architects, and more,” Mike stated. “We cater to key industries, including IT, CX, creative services, marketing, administration, professional services, finance, education, healthcare, and engineering.”
For Long-Term Growth and Lasting Success
With over a decade of experience and a growing team of expert employees, Outsourced’s cost-effective outsourcing solution helps businesses focus on long-term growth and success rather than constantly searching for local talent to fill gaps. Any business looking to hire staff offshore can consider Outsourced as a viable option.
“We understand that investing in your remote staff is crucial to the success of your business,” the Outsourced website explains. “Therefore, we aim to provide candidates who are a strong fit for your organization, possessing the necessary skills, cultural alignment, and professional qualities.”