why us
We Help Global
Companies Make
India Work
Stratsmith combines India strategy with hands-on execution across hiring, operations, outsourcing, GCC setup and market entry
Our Story
We Saw a Better Way to Build in India
Stratsmith began as a strategy and management consulting firm, helping businesses turn complex questions into practical decisions. As we worked with international companies exploring and building in India, their questions became increasingly about execution.
Clients did not only want to know what to do. They wanted a partner who could help make it happen.
That need shaped Stratsmith.
The questions we kept hearing became the foundation of our model: how do we hire in India without an entity, how do we control quality from a distance, how do we stay compliant, and how do we scale without starting over? Each became a service line.
Our India-only focus gives us depth on the ground, and our strategy-through-execution approach turns that understanding into action.
Clients did not only want to know what to do. They wanted a partner who could help make it happen.
That need shaped Stratsmith.
The questions we kept hearing became the foundation of our model: how do we hire in India without an entity, how do we control quality from a distance, how do we stay compliant, and how do we scale without starting over? Each became a service line.
Our India-only focus gives us depth on the ground, and our strategy-through-execution approach turns that understanding into action.
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What Sets us apart
India Is Our Market,
Your Business Sets the Direction
We Chose One Country
Our founders built Stratsmith on one conviction: India rewards depth, and depth means committing to a single market.
We Know India From the Inside
Our team has firsthand experience hiring teams, managing payroll, and navigating compliance across India rather than managing it through partnerships.
We Don't Hand Off and Leave
Most firms exit after the recommendation; we measure ourselves by what actually gets built afterward.
No Engagement Looks the Same:
We have never used a fixed package; every structure starts from a client's specific constraints and goals.
Built for India. Governed for the World
We combine deep knowledge of India’s regulatory environment with the governance and controls expected by global organizations.
How We Work
From Hiring Need to Ongoing Employment.
Stratsmith is a partner that understands India, takes responsibility for the employment administration, and has the capabilility to support you as your requirements change.
Listen
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Listen
We understand the business objective behind your India requirement, including your goals, constraints, timelines and the outcomes you expect from expansion.
Recommend
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Recommend
2.We match your requirement to the right India model, whether employer of record, captive center or partner-led, based on your needs and priorities.
Execute
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Execute
We build the people, partners, processes and operating foundations you need, so your India operations launch smoothly, stay compliant and are ready to scale.
Accountability
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Accountability
4.We maintain clear communication, regular reporting and strong governance, so you always have visibility, confidence and control over India operations and compliance.
Adapt
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Adapt
5.We help you move from one model or stage to the next as your needs evolve, without starting over or losing momentum.
FAQs
Questions Before You
Build in India?
What does Stratsmith do?
Stratsmith helps global companies build and run operations in India. We combine India-focused strategy with hands-on execution across hiring, operations, outsourcing, Global Capability Centers (GCCs) and market entry.
How did Stratsmith start?
We began as a strategy and management consulting firm. As we worked with international companies exploring India, their questions shifted from “what should we do?” to “can you help make it happen?” Those questions became the foundation of our service lines.
Why does Stratsmith focus only on India?
We believe India rewards depth, and depth requires commitment to one market. Our India-only focus gives our team practical, on-the-ground experience in payroll, compliance and hiring, rather than knowledge gathered from outside the country.
How is Stratsmith different from other consulting firms?
Most firms step away once the recommendation is delivered. We stay through implementation and measure ourselves by what actually gets built. We also never use fixed packages; every engagement is shaped around your specific constraints and goals.
Can we hire in India without setting up a legal entity?
Yes, this is one of the core questions we help clients answer. Depending on your needs, we recommend the right model, such as employer of record, captive center or partner-led, and take responsibility for the employment administration.
How do you ensure compliance with Indian regulations and global governance standards?
We treat both as non-negotiable. We operate within India’s regulatory requirements while maintaining the governance standards global boards expect, backed by clear communication, regular reporting and strong oversight.
How does an engagement with Stratsmith work?
We follow five stages: Listen (understand your objectives and constraints), Recommend (match you to the right India model), Execute (build the people, partners and processes), Accountability (reporting and governance for full visibility) and Adapt (evolve your setup as needs change).
What if our India requirements change as we grow?
We help you move from one model or stage to the next, for example from an employer of record arrangement to a captive center, without starting over or losing momentum.