Leading AI Innovator accelerates time-to-market with Remote Contractor of Record

When the leading AI tech company set out to engage senior-level expertise for advanced AI initiatives, their goal was clear: attract and onboard top-tier talent in the AI field, fast, while maintaining full compliance and providing an exceptional experience for contractors.

With contractors in key roles like Data Scientists, Deep Learning Engineers, AI Research Directors, and Enterprise Architects, their rare and indispensable expertise made delivering a seamless contractor experience a non-negotiable priority.

The company wanted a trusted partner with a proven compliance track record as it had limited internal resources, a low risk tolerance, and zero room for error. 

They partnered with Remote Contractor of Record (CoR) to eliminate administrative burdens, ensure airtight compliance, and accelerate revenue growth by rapidly building and scaling its global workforce. 

Here’s how they did it. 

Fast-tracking AI product development by securing the right talent in critical roles undoubtedly ensures a competitive edge and accelerates time-to-market. 

But scaling a global workforce while maintaining compliance and operational efficiency required overcoming several challenges.

1. Compliance in complex jurisdictions 

Many of these top AI professionals reside in countries with intricate labor laws, such as Italy, France, and Sweden, where misclassification penalties can include hefty fines, retroactive tax payments, and, in extreme cases, criminal sanctions against senior leadership. 

Reducing contractor misclassification and non-compliance risks in high-risk jurisdictions is critical to ensure that businesses avoid facing reputational damage and regulatory scrutiny

2. End-to-end contractor management

Deploy a comprehensive Contractor of Record (CoR) solution to seamlessly manage the entire contractor lifecycle, including compliance, classification, payments, onboarding, and ongoing support, all within a single, integrated platform. This would eliminate the need for additional tools, internal resources, and excessive manual processes, ensuring greater efficiency and consistency.

3. Establishing a long-term, strategic partnership
The company aimed to build a trusted, long-term partnership for contractor of record services — one that would function as an extension of their team and support their growth objectives.

Achieving these objectives was vital for timely project delivery, investment protection, and operational excellence, underscoring the need for a trusted partner.

The company selected Remote for its proven expertise in managing risk, streamlining operations, and delivering an exceptional contractor experience.

Remote’s high-touch approach provided both the company and its contractors with personalized and readily available support.

For the company: Remote offered a dedicated Account Manager and access to its network of in-country experts who were on hand to answer questions about individual contracts and local labor law compliance. The company's team could rely on knowledgeable professionals to guide them through every step of the process. This hands-on partnership ensured the company never had to navigate complex international labor requirements alone.

For contractors: Remote ensured that contractors received a seamless and supportive experience. From onboarding to payment processing, contractors had access to localized support tailored to their needs. By fostering a professional and caring environment, Remote’s high-value offering helped contractors feel valued and supported, strengthening their relationship with the company.

This combination of personalized care and expert guidance exemplifies Remote’s commitment to delivering a premium service experience for all stakeholders.

By partnering with Remote, the company achieved its growth objectives while adhering to its low-risk profile and providing a world-class contractor experience.

• Full compliance and risk mitigation: Remote handles all compliance requirements, ensuring every contractor is engaged in full accordance with local labor laws.

• Supporting global scalability: With Remote’s expertise, the company rapidly engaged 15 contractors across multiple countries, including complex jurisdictions such as France, Sweden, and Italy.

• Premium contractor experience: Remote creates a positive and engaging experience for contractors by delivering a seamless onboarding process, on-time payments, and localized support.

• End-to-end solution: Remote handles all administration processes, enabling the company to scale efficiently without overburdening their HR, Finance and Ops team.

• Contractors engaged: 15 senior hires

• Time to value: Contractors were onboarded 200% faster compared to previous solutions.

• Administrative workload reduced by: 95% versus an in-house solution

• Compliance risks mitigated: Avoided potential six-figure fines for contractor misclassification.

• Global expansion simplified: Successfully deployed senior contractors across 5+ jurisdictions.

The AI tech company’s strategic partnership with Remote ensured compliance across jurisdictions while enabling quick and easy contractor onboarding, giving them the agility to thrive in the competitive AI market.

With Remote’s expertise, they could focus on innovation and market opportunities — allowing them to generate revenue faster! 

For organizations looking to scale globally with confidence, Remote’s Contractor of Record provides a trusted, efficient, and low-risk solution.