Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT) with DAC.digital
Establish an Expert Team in Poland and Expand Your Operational Capabilities
Are you considering international expansion to Central and Eastern Europe? DAC.digital’s Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT) model can help you navigate the process’s complexities and simplify the setup of your dedicated team or subsidiary. Partner with us to access a nearshore or offshore development team of local experts and secure your market position in Poland.
How Does Our BOT Model Work?
An experienced team recruits and onboards experts with the skills you are looking for, establishes infrastructure in Poland, and sets up essential processes to ensure a strong foundation for your project.
Your day-to-day operations, project management, and team scaling are professionally managed to ensure high performance and alignment with your business goals.
Once the setup is fully operational and self-sustaining, you are given full control of the team and processes.
Why should you use the BOT model? Because it allows you to take over a fully functional team while minimizing setup risks, reducing initial costs, and speeding up your time-to-market.
Our Clients’ Success Stories
40 Devs for Europe’s Biggest B2B Auctioning Platform
After acquiring several ecommerce companies, TB Auctions required a scalable solution to integrate all systems into a single platform capable of handling multiple transactions and systems (multiple APIs, payments, etc.). At the same time, the client needed to incorporate new functionalities to improve the user experience.
To meet the client’s requirements, DAC.digital assembled a dedicated, full-time, cross-technology team solely focused on this project.
Initially, we started with one person (Senior Fullstack Developer) working on the project on our side. As TB Auctions highly appreciated their technical expertise, the client requested adding extra experts, comprising mostly regular, mid, and senior Kotlin specialists, a team of juniors and frontend experts (Angular and REACT), as well as DevOps, .NET, and QA automation specialists.
The team we built worked as part of the client’s larger team, making up 50% of the client’s technology department.
Testimonial
Specialized Team For a Passwordless Authentication Solutions Provider
HYPR, providing companies with passwordless authentication mechanisms for enhanced security, struggled to find the right talent to develop innovative solutions. The client was based in the United States, where the demand for skilled professionals is high, and many prefer to work for large corporations rather than small companies.
To complete their project, HYPR expanded their engineering team and hired skilled professionals from abroad. They approached DAC.digital to find the best talents.
We provided the client with a team of full-stack developers proficient in React and Kotlin, backend developers with Kotlin expertise, an Android developer, and an iOS developer. Initially, the client brought on board only a couple of individuals but after being highly satisfied with our employees’ performance, HYPR proceeded to hire the next members of the team.
DAC.digital’s experts supported HYPR in improving their passwordless authentication solutions to offer enhanced security and integrating them with various platforms. They also got involved in weekly maintenance shifts, fostering a long-term partnership.
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How Does DAC.digital Build a Team in the BOT Model?
At DAC.digital, BOT model ensures seamless team development and handover to our clients, following a well-structured and time-tested process.
The example below shows a step-by-step process of building a high-performing team with our support:
Regarding the number of experts we integrate into the team, we can add a maximum of ten specialists per month to allow for effective integration. And, when it comes to building the teams, we are technology-agnostic.
Team Setup and Onboarding Model
This model is for if you would like to implement a tailored approach to team setup and onboarding, designed to diversify competencies, strategically integrate team members, and align the talent with your business objectives.
The Legal Setup Under DAC.digital’s BOT Model
- A separate, independent entity from day 1. Initial 4-8 weeks operated by DAC.digital internal team and with the adoption of DAC.digital space, operations team etc. to speed up the hiring process
- The best-to-fit model from the tax and legal/ownership perspective keeping in mind the transfer process to the client once the Build-Operate period is completed
- Alignment of the type of legal entity with foreign investment incentives offered by the Gdańsk city council and the Pomeranian region, and central government support (Polish Investment and Trade Agency).
Different BOT Models
Classic Build-Operate-Transfer
This is a traditional model in which the partner builds the team, sets up the office, and manages daily operations (hiring, payroll, HR) for an agreed period. After stabilization, operations are transferred to the client’s direct control.
Who is it best for?
Organizations that want to eventually have full in-house management and ownership of their international teams after initial stabilization.
Co-Sourcing BOT
In this variation, the client and the local partner co-manage the office during the “Operate” phase. Responsibilities such as team management, operations, or hiring may be shared, allowing the client to have earlier input and control while benefiting from the partner’s local expertise.
Who is it best for?
Companies looking for more control during the operation phase while still leveraging local expertise, particularly for specialized or sensitive operations.
Hybrid BOT (BOT with Partial Ownership)
Instead of fully transferring ownership to the client, this model allows for shared ownership between the client and the local partner even after the transfer. The client retains a majority share, while the partner remains involved in key areas such as HR, legal compliance, or payroll.
Who is it best for?
Companies that want ongoing local expertise or are wary of fully managing a foreign operation, particularly for HR or legal aspects.
Incremental Transfer BOT
This model involves a gradual transfer of operations in stages, rather than all at once. The client may take over certain aspects (e.g., technical management or HR functions) at different times while the partner continues managing other areas.
Who is it best for?
Companies looking to mitigate risks and ensure stability by taking over operational control progressively, adjusting based on performance and readiness.
Are you looking for a dedicated Kotlin team?
Are you looking for specific skills that your in-house team is lacking?
Do you want to outsource specific tasks?
Do you need specialized Kotlin development services? Visit our page dedicated specifically to Kotlin Team Augmentation Services and learn more about our tailored expertise.
Need to fill skill gaps in your existing team quickly? Visit our page dedicated to Team Augmentation Services to discover how our experts can integrate into your projects and provide the exact competencies you are seeking.
Are you struggling with capacity or technical challenges? Visit our Outsourcing Services page to learn how we can manage entire projects, provide dedicated teams, or offer ongoing IT support to help you scale faster and stay competitive while focusing on strategic growth.
Why Build-Operate-Transfer with DAC.digital
Risk and Cost Reduction
Mitigate the financial and operational risks associated with setting up a new subsidiary. We utilize our in-depth local knowledge and network to facilitate a streamlined, cost-effective establishment process, ensuring a smooth transition to your ownership.
Cultural and Operational Integration
Our approach ensures that your company ethos and operational methodologies are seamlessly integrated, promising a harmonious transition and continued operational continuity.
Strategic Flexibility
Our BOT model accommodates the dynamic nature of global business environments, allowing for swift adaptation to market changes and strategic realignment if necessary.
Holistic Recruitment
To select the best candidates from a local talent pool, we offer a comprehensive process consisting of the following steps: initial HR verification (e.g., language, experience, references), technical interview with DAC tech leads, and additional technology test assessment for crucial positions.
Quick Process
Within 3-6 months, we can have your office completely established, your team carefully assembled, thoroughly trained, and fully onboarded, and all necessary paperwork and legal formalities meticulously handled and finalized.
Continuous Support Post-Transfer
Even after the ownership transfer is finalized, we provide comprehensive support and advisory services, ensuring that you have the guidance and resources needed for long-term success and sustained growth in your business endeavors.
Financial Incentives and Support
We leverage our network with local and governmental organizations like Invest in Gdańsk, Invest in Wrocław, Katowice’s investment service, and PAIH to explore potential financial incentives to help reduce your operating costs (support is not guaranteed, but all possibilities are thoroughly investigated).
Why Choose Poland as Your Outsourcing Destination?
Poland is known for its skilled workforce, competitive labor costs, a favorable business environment, and access to the European market.
Additionally, Poland’s geopolitical stability, strong ties to NATO and the EU, and recent investments from major global companies like Intel make it an attractive location for for business expansion.
With a stable economic and political system, Poland offers a secure and reliable environment for outsourcing and BOT projects.
Are you ready to explore the possibilities of establishing a team in Poland?
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