Build–Operate–Transfer (BOT) Model

The Build-Operate-Transfer model has many benefits, but there are also a few downsides to consider: 

• Longer Setup Time: The BOT model takes time to start. Setting up offices, legal structures, and building the team can take a few months.  
• Handover Can Be Complex: The transfer phase requires detailed documentation and knowledge sharing. Without proper management, this step can slow down or affect operations. 
• Higher Costs in the Operate Phase: During the Operate phase, service fees may be higher. This covers managed risks, support, and operations. 
• Vendor Dependency at the Start: In the Build and Operate stages, your project completely relies on the vendor’s working method. If expectations don’t match, it can lead to misalignment. 
• Legal and Regulatory Challenges: Setting up in another country can involve local tax laws, labor rules, and data regulations.  

The timeline of a BOT engagement depends on project size, complexity, and your specific requirements, but a typical BOT model looks like this:

• Build Phase (2~6 months for small-to-mid teams, 4~6+ months for larger or specialized teams): We set up the legal structure (if required), office space, IT infrastructure, security measures, hire and onboard the team.
• Operate Phase (typically 12 ~36 months): We manage operations, optimize performance, ensure compliance, and align the team with your business goals.
• Transfer Phase (3~6 months): We plan and execute a smooth transition of ownership, team, IP, contracts, and processes. This process includes knowledge transfer, documentation, and optional support after transfer.

Absolutely! Your involvement is a key part of our BOT model. We keep the hiring process transparent and flexible so you can:

• Review candidate profiles before interviews
• Join interview rounds if you’d like
• Set your own assessment requirements
• Approve final hires

We take these matters very seriously in our BOT model. Our approach includes legal, technical, and operational safeguards to keep your data and intellectual property safe.

Legal Safeguards

• All team members sign NDAs and IP assignment agreements.
• You fully own code, deliverables, and IP.
• We follow international and local regulations such as GDPR and HIPAA (if required).

Technical and Operational Security 

• Our offices are secure with restricted access and monitoring.
• IT systems use firewalls, encrypted communication, and strong endpoint protection.
• Access to tools and data is limited by role.

Best Practices 

• We provide regular security training for all staff.
• Systems and processes are monitored and audited regularly.
• We can also set up extra controls like VPN-only access or use your own code repositories if needed.