India Location Strategy Consulting Making Smarter Business Location Decisions — Inductus Group Why India Is the Global Business Expansion Destination 2.2M STEM Graduates Annually World's largest tech talent pipeline — software, AI/ML, data analytics, cybersecurity 2,000+ Global Capability Centres Employing over 1.9 million professionals across R&D, digital, and AI functions $105B GCC Market by 2030 Growing from USD 65 billion today — the fastest - expanding innovation ecosystem globally The Strategic Imperative: Why Location Matters Talent Access Right location unlocks specialized skill pools — engineering, BFSI, analytics, AI/ML Cost Optimization Tier - II cities offer 25 – 50% savings vs. Tier - I metros on real estate and salaries Scalability Infrastructure quality determines speed - to - market and operational resilience Competitive Edge Location strategy directly impacts hiring timelines, wage premiums, and long - term profitability India's Top Business Locations Tier - I hubs anchor the GCC ecosystem — each city offers a distinct strategic profile Bengaluru 34 – 39% of all GCC activity. 900+ GCC units. India's undisputed tech capital. Hyderabad 20 – 23% market share. BFSI and analytics stronghold. 6.2% 12 - year CAGR. Pune Highest rent growth — 6.9% CAGR . Metro infrastructure driving GCC migration from Bengaluru. Mumbai · Delhi NCR · Chennai Established hubs with diverse sector strength and deep multinational presence. The Shifting Landscape: Emerging Tier - II Advantage Why Tier - II Is Rising High rental costs in Bengaluru, combined with enhanced metro infrastructure in Hyderabad and Pune, are making these alternatives increasingly attractive to CFOs and COOs evaluating total cost of ownership. • Tier - II cities offer 10 – 35% lower operational costs vs. Tier - I metros • GCCs accounted for 38% of office leasing across India's top 7 cities in 2025 • 31.3 million sq ft secured — the highest leasing volume ever recorded 2025 marks the inflection point for Tier - II GCC migration — act before wage premiums converge. Critical Location Selection Factors Talent Availability Depth and quality of specialized talent pools for your core functions Infrastructure & Connectivity Office supply, IT backbone, airport proximity, transport networks Real Estate Costs Office rental, land acquisition, and total cost of operations Regulatory Environment State incentives, SEZ benefits, tax structures, compliance requirements Competitive Landscape Existing company presence, wage benchmarks, and talent competition intensity Market Research & Cost - Risk Assessment Understanding Regional Opportunities • Industry clusters: Tech in Bengaluru, BFSI in Hyderabad, manufacturing in Pune • Competitive intensity: Assess which companies are already hiring in target locations • Regional demand: Market growth, customer concentration, and sector maturity • Government incentives: State - level capital subsidies, salary reimbursements, and infrastructure support Cost & Risk Assessment Framework Operational Expenses Salary, real estate, utilities, and compliance costs vary 25 – 50% across cities Regulatory Risks State policies, labor laws, tax implications, entity structure requirements Infrastructure Risks Power reliability, internet connectivity, transportation disruptions Talent Risks Attrition rates, skill availability, and wage inflation trends by location Global Capability Centres: Location Strategy for GCCs From Cost Centres to Innovation Engines GCCs have fundamentally evolved — today they drive R&D, digital transformation, and global leadership from Indian soil. • Multi - hub strategy is the emerging best practice: balance Tier - I hubs (Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Pune) with Tier - II locations for resilience and cost efficiency • Distributing operations reduces concentration risk and improves business continuity • By 2030: 2,500+ GCCs expected, employing 2.8 – 2.9 million professionals, contributing USD 105 billion globally The Role of Location Strategy Consultants Research & Feasibility Multi - city assessments, talent pool analysis, cost benchmarking Site Selection Micro - market identification, real estate evaluation, infrastructure assessment Implementation Planning Regulatory compliance, entity setup, hiring roadmaps, operational scaling Risk Mitigation Scenario planning, contingency strategies, long - term sustainability models Partner with Inductus Group India's location strategy landscape is complex — the right advisory partner transforms complexity into competitive advantage. Deep Local Intelligence City - by - city expertise across Tier - I and Tier - II markets, built over years of on - ground research End - to - End Advisory From feasibility and site selection through entity setup, hiring, and operational launch GCC - Specialist Track Record Proven frameworks for multi - hub strategy, cost optimization, and talent market analysis