Success Stories
Adept Case Studies & Client Impact Stories
Discover how companies across industries achieved 40% faster hiring, 95% retention rates, and transformed their operations with our proven talent solutions.
Case Study 1
Building a GCC from the Ground Up
Client
European Automotive Technology Firm
Challenge
A European automotive tech firm needed to establish a 50-person R&D center in Bangalore within 4 months to support a global product launch. Their internal team was overwhelmed with the complexity of hiring across multiple specialized domains simultaneously while managing tight deadlines.
Our Solution
Adept deployed a dedicated Turn Key Recruitment team as an extension of their internal HR function. We managed the entire project lifecycle:
- Defined the organizational structure and role competencies
- Developed and executed a targeted employer brand strategy for the India market
- Sourced, assessed, and onboarded 52 high-quality engineers across software development, embedded systems, and testing functions
- Implemented a streamlined interview process that maintained quality while accelerating timelines
- Managed all candidate communication, offer negotiations, and pre-joining formalities
The Result
The GCC was fully operational one week ahead of schedule, enabling the client to meet their critical product launch deadline without compromise. The team achieved 95% first-year retention and was responsible for two patent filings within the first 12 months of operation.
Case Study 2
Semiconductor Company Transformation
Client
Leading Semiconductor Design Company
Challenge
A leading semiconductor company faced persistent talent acquisition challenges including 60-day average time-to-hire, a 30% offer decline rate for critical engineering roles, and stalled innovation projects due to talent shortages. Their internal recruitment function was reactive and lacked specialized industry knowledge.
Our Solution
We implemented an End-to-End RPO partnership that embedded a 4-person dedicated team within their organization. Our approach included:
- Complete overhaul of employer branding and candidate messaging
- Development of a proactive pipeline strategy for niche VLSI and semiconductor design skills
- Implementation of a structured, efficient interview process with reduced cycle times
- Introduction of data-driven recruitment metrics and regular stakeholder reporting
Specialized training for hiring managers on effective candidate assessment
The Result
- 40% reduction in average Time-to-Hire (from 60 to 36 days)
- 95% candidate satisfaction score across all hiring processes
- Over 200 critical engineering roles filled in the first year
- Zero offer declines for senior technical positions after process improvements
- Enabled the successful launch of two new product lines that had been delayed due to talent constraints
Case Study 3
Automotive R&D Center Establishment
Client
European Automotive Manufacturer
Challenge
The client needed to establish a 200-person R&D center in India focused on autonomous driving technologies and EV systems. They required end-to-end support from location selection through to full operational capability.
Our Solution
- Phase 1 – Strategy & Feasibility: Conducted detailed market analysis comparing Pune, Bangalore, and Chennai; recommended Pune based on talent availability, cost structure, and automotive ecosystem maturity.
- Phase 2 – Setup & Launch: Managed legal entity registration, secured 25,000 sq. ft. office space in a tech park, and hired foundational leadership team including Country Head and technical directors.
- Phase 3 – Talent Acquisition: Built the complete team using Turn Key Recruitment methodology, focusing on specialized skills in embedded systems, computer vision, and EV battery technology.
- Phase 4 – Operational Excellence: Established performance management systems and integration protocols with global R&D centers.
The Result
- Center operational within 8 months (30% faster than industry benchmark)
- 200+ engineers hired with 90% retention in first year
- 15+ patents filed within first 18 months of operation
- Recognized as “Center of Excellence” within global R&D network
Case Study 4
Financial Services Analytics Hub
Client
Global Financial Services Firm
Challenge
Needed to establish an analytics and risk management hub in India to support global operations while ensuring strict regulatory compliance and data security standards.
Our Solution
- Selected Bangalore for its mature analytics talent pool and financial services ecosystem
- Implemented tiered security and compliance protocols meeting global financial standards
- Built a specialized team combining quantitative analysts, risk modeling experts, and financial domain specialists
- Established governance frameworks for cross-border data management and regulatory reporting
The Result
- 150 professionals scaled within first year
- 100% compliance with global regulatory requirements
- 35% cost optimization compared to other regional centers
- Enabled 24/7 risk monitoring capability across global markets
Case Study 5
Healthcare Clinical Data Sciences Center
Client
US-Based Healthcare Company
Challenge
Establish a clinical data sciences center in India to accelerate drug development and clinical research capabilities.
Our Solution
- Chose Hyderabad for its concentration of healthcare and life sciences talent
- Navigated complex healthcare regulations and data privacy requirements
- Built team combining biostatisticians, clinical data managers, and medical affairs specialists
- Implemented secure data infrastructure meeting HIPAA and global clinical trial standards
The Result
- Center operational in 9 months with full regulatory approvals
- Attracted top-tier talent from leading pharmaceutical and research organizations
- Reduced clinical trial data processing time by 40%
- Supported 3 major drug development programs in first year
Case Study 6
Retail E-commerce Technology Center
Client
Global Retail Giant
Challenge
Build an e-commerce technology center to drive digital transformation across Asia-Pacific markets.
Our Solution
- Selected Gurgaon for its digital commerce talent and proximity to retail innovation ecosystem\
- Built 300-person team across frontend/backend development, data science, and digital product management
- Implemented agile development methodologies aligned with global standards
- Established innovation lab for emerging retail technologies
The Result
- 300-person team built within 12 months
- Launched 5 new digital commerce platforms for APAC markets
- Achieved 50% faster feature deployment compared to previous outsourcing models
- Created $15M+ in annual cost savings through insourcing previously outsourced functions
Case Study 7
Cybersecurity Impact: BFSI Security Transformation
Client
Leading Banking Institution
Before Adept
Reactive security posture with siloed teams, limited threat intelligence capabilities, and manual incident response processes.
After Adept Partnership
- Built complete 24/7 Security Operations Center (SOC) with advanced threat hunting capabilities
- Implemented enterprise-wide Identity and Access Management (IAM) framework
- Established proactive threat intelligence and vulnerability management program
- Reduced mean time to detect (MTTD) from 72 hours to 2 hours
- Achieved 100% compliance with RBI cybersecurity guidelines
Case Study 8
Data & AI Transformation: Retail Analytics
Client
National Retail Chain
Initial State
Siloed data across 500+ stores, limited analytics capability, manual reporting processes.
Transformation with Adept
- Built modern data platform team implementing cloud data warehouse
- Developed AI-powered inventory optimization and demand forecasting models
- Implemented real-time customer analytics and personalization engine
- Results: 15% reduction in inventory costs, 22% increase in customer retention, 40% faster business reporting
Case Study 9
Cloud Migration Success: Manufacturing Enterprise
Client
Global Industrial Manufacturer
Challenge
Legacy on-premise systems limiting scalability and innovation, high maintenance costs.
Adept's Solution
- Built cloud center of excellence with architects, engineers, and DevOps specialists
- Migrated 150+ applications to hybrid cloud environment
- Implemented cloud-native development practices and microservices architecture
- Outcomes: 40% reduction in infrastructure costs, 60% faster application deployment, enabled IoT and predictive maintenance capabilities
Case Study 10
QA Transformation: FinTech Platform
Client
Digital Payments Platform
Challenge
Manual testing processes causing release delays, limited test automation, frequent production defects.
Adept's Solution
- Built quality engineering team with automation specialists and performance testers
- Implemented shift-left testing and continuous testing practices
- Developed comprehensive test automation framework covering 85% of regression suite
- Impact: 70% reduction in production defects, 50% faster release cycles, achieved 99.9% platform availability
Case Study 11
ERP Modernization: Manufacturing Company
Client
Automotive Components Manufacturer
Challenge
Legacy ERP system with heavy customizations, difficult to upgrade, limited integration capabilities.
Adept's Solution
- Built SAP S/4HANA competency center with implementation and development specialists
- Managed complex data migration and business process reengineering
- Implemented integrated planning and analytics capabilities
- Results: 30% improvement in order-to-cash cycle time, 25% reduction in inventory levels, enabled real-time production monitoring