“ALLSTARSIT has met our requirements and recruited an effective remote team.”

Project details

Project details

Windward is a leading Maritime AI company specializing in maritime data intelligence, analytics and risk mitigation. They provide innovative solutions for the maritime industry, offering real-time insights and predictive analytics to optimize business decisions, vessel performance, reduce operational costs, and improve efficiency. With their advanced technology and maritime expertise, Windward enables organizations to make data-driven decisions, enhance efficiency, and mitigate risks in the maritime domain.

The challenge

To expand and create a more resilient R&D organization that is spread over multiple locations and is cost-effective, the client strategically decided to explore an outstaffing solution. Recognizing the importance of a thorough evaluation, Windward carefully assessed three potential vendors. Ultimately, the final decision regarding the outstaffing solution was entrusted to the Vice President of R&D, Benny Keinan, who chose ALLSTARSIT as their partner to recruit a team of professionals from Ukraine and Romania.

The approach

ALLSTARSIT provides a range of services that are integral to the recruitment and onboarding process, as well as ongoing management. Our partnership with clients involves a collaborative approach aimed at fulfilling specific requirements.

During the recruitment phase, ALLSTARSIT worked closely with Windward, engaging in iterative discussions to define role descriptions and gather feedback. The team assisted in scheduling interviews and conducting thorough evaluations to identify suitable candidates. We successfully recruited nine remote engineers who are familiar with the client's tech stack, particularly JavaScript and placed importance on their communication skills, given the project's remote nature during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The client initiated the partnership in May 2021, and the collaboration is ongoing, with ALLSTARSIT continuing to provide support and management expertise.

The outcome

ALLSTARSIT, as a global company, demonstrated its adaptability and support during times of turmoil. When faced with the challenges of the Russian Invasion of Ukraine, global solutions were found by building a team in Romania while maintaining work continuity in Ukraine. This strategic decision allowed the teams to work seamlessly from any part of the country without compromising productivity. The establishment of a global team provided the client with the flexibility they needed during these difficult circumstances. It showcased ALLSTARSIT's commitment to worldwide support and ability to navigate challenging situations.
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The client provided detailed feedback during the initial stages to fine-tune candidate selection, resulting in an enhanced and efficient workflow. ALLSTARSIT adeptly scheduled interviews to align with the client's availability, presenting candidates who closely matched the role requirements through an iterative process.

In addition to successful recruitment, ALLSTARSIT provided valuable support in the employment and ongoing management of the hired engineers. The team's efficient work methodology and responsiveness to feedback facilitated effective communication throughout the project.