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The narratives and data presented here showcase outsourcing's potential beyond cost savings. Outsourcing companies worldwide are catalyzing progress in areas like community development, health, education, and inclusivity.
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Positive change through outsourcing
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OIR 2023 in numbers
443
Entrants
OIR 2023 in numbers
61
Official Participants
OIR 2023 in numbers
26
Finalists
OIR 2023 in numbers
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Winners
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For those selected as finalists and winners of the OIR Awards, Outsource Accelerator offers a comprehensive package of benefits and recognition opportunities. Here's what you can expect:
Winner’s Package
Being selected as one of the Winners of the OIR Awards gets you more than a logo to slap on your website.
- A digital Winner’s logo for royalty-free use online and in print
- An Outsource Accelerator-issued press release announcing the winners
- A press release template suitable for release by your organization
- An interview with your CEO in The Outsource Accelerator Podcast to highlight your impact initiative and win
- Feedback and scoring on your entry as provided by judges
- Recognition within the expansive Outsource Accelerator marketplace and community
- Recognition on Outsource Accelerator’s website
- Recognition on Outsource Accelerator’s social communities (LinkedIn, Twitter/X, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube)
Finalist’s Package
Being shortlisted as a Finalist in the OIR Awards gives you the following:
- A digital Finalist’s logo for royalty-free use online and in print
- A press release template suitable for release by your organization
- Recognition within the expansive Outsource Accelerator marketplace and community
- Recognition on Outsource Accelerator’s website
OIR 2023 Winners
The inaugural edition of this first-of-its-kind analysis highlights the narratives and initiatives of shortlisted companies, showcasing positive societal impacts and fostering an understanding of how strategic outsourcing can drive change.
Supporting The Force Behind The Force
Instant Teams is a marketplace on a mission. As a mission-driven company, we are committed to supporting and employing military spouses - the “force behind the force.” Military spouses are often overlooked in the hiring process due to frequent moves and gaps in employment. Many military bases are in remote locations, making it even more difficult to find roles in a specific career field. At Instant Teams, our solution solves a real business problem for customers while also driving an immediate, direct impact on a community. Instant Teams has provided thousands of remote job opportunities and improved the financial well-being of military spouses and veteran families with millions of dollars of dual-earner income.
Carbon Footprint Initiative
Sourcefit established sustainability targets to position itself as an eco-friendly BPO company in 2022. To achieve our organizational goal of lowering our carbon footprint, Sourcefit started by identifying each employee's individual carbon footprint by creating our own Carbon Footprint Quiz and aggregated our annual score as a company. With a better understanding of our carbon footprint impact as a company, we set out to minimize our aggregated footprint score through purposeful activities and partnerships with like-minded organizations. These partnerships resulted in educational webinars on sustainability, tree planting and sponsorships, and sustainable food basket distribution to our partner community.
Ukraine Contact Centers
When the war at Ukraine started, there was a need in contact centers to handle citizens' requests and to help charity organizations with taking requests for help and from international partners ready to provide help. The need for contact centers grew but neither the government nor charity organizations had the resource or capabilities to establish these contact centers. Overall, we launched 5 contact center projects and processed close to 1 million of requests. It means one million times we helped someone find a place to stay, to find food, medicine, or we organized another track of humanitarian cargo.
Workforce on a Mission
Instant Teams is a marketplace on a mission. As a mission-driven company, we are committed to supporting and employing military spouses - the “force behind the force.” Military spouses are often overlooked in the hiring process due to frequent moves and gaps in employment. Many military bases are in remote locations, making it even more difficult to find roles in a specific career field. At Instant Teams, our solution solves a real business problem for customers while also driving an immediate, direct impact on a community. Instant Teams has provided thousands of remote job opportunities and improved the financial well-being of military spouses and veteran families with millions of dollars of dual-earner income.
Donations for Charity Foundations
UNO’s donation to an organization like Hospicio San Vicente de Paul not only aids in the immediate welfare of the elderly and infirm but also contributes to the preservation of a significant cultural and historical landmark. This shows a holistic approach to corporate social responsibility that goes beyond immediate needs to encompass heritage. Smiles Foundation / Fundación Sonrisas has a direct, life-changing impact on people who might not have access to essential surgical and dental care. The number of missions and people served is substantial, indicating a scale of impact that is noteworthy. Autism is often misunderstood, and families affected by it may lack resources for proper care and education. By supporting Fundación Luz y Esperanza por el Autismo, UNO is contributing to the well-being of a vulnerable population and advocating for increased awareness and understanding.
Health & Wellness Program
Our journey began with the implementation of a comprehensive wellness program aimed at fostering physical, financial, mental, and emotional well-being among our employees. We introduced tailored fitness programs, mindfulness workshops, and stress management sessions to address the diverse needs of our workforce. These initiatives were complemented by engaging seminars on nutrition and healthy living, designed to empower employees to make informed lifestyle choices.
Eclaro Academy
Beginning with a group of 18 technical-vocational scholars in 2013, Eclaro Academy has grown into a full-fledged academic institution with more than 3,500 students attending this year. Today, the Eclaro Academy offers pre-school, grade school and high school education, as well as college degrees with majors including Computer Science, Communications and Criminology. The Academy has also opened a School for the Deaf, further expanding educational and career opportunities for the hearing-impaired in the Philippines. All Eclaro Academy course offerings are recognized and accredited by the Department of Education (DepEd), Technical Education Skills Development Authority (TESDA), and the Commission on Higher Education.
Arcanys Early Learning Foundation
The Arcanys Early Learning Foundation's mission is to empower parents as first teachers and role models. Created in 2012, the Arcanys Early Learning Foundation (AELF) has been providing free math coaching to 3-5 yo children and their parents from low-income communities in Cebu City, Philippines.
Cognitus Foundation
As a non-profit organization, Cognitus emphasizes the critical role that private companies play in closing the talent gap and benefiting vulnerable communities. We recognize that knowledge in software development and related professions can radically transform lives in a short period of time. The profound impact on the lives of Cognitus students is a source of inspiration for younger members of these communities. The initiative recently won a local award as a leader of digital transformation and social impact, having positively impacted more than 300 young people over the last 4 years.
Creating 10,000 Jobs in Africa by Helping African Youth Access the Global Talent Economy
CRDLE's mission is to create 10,000 jobs in Africa by connecting African professionals to the global talent economy. It focuses on training, retaining, and paying fair wages to its talent. To accomplish this mission, CRDLE focuses on educating and inspiring world leaders to rethink African nations and create win-win partnerships.
Project Freedom
As an employer of record, Remotify takes care of everything from HR to payroll to hiring. We afford our clients full control over their teams without having to set up a local business. This means they enjoy all the benefits and security of a normal corporate setup, with the freedom of remote working. One of the key gaps in the market that the company observed was that people who work 100% from home are usually gig workers without employers on record. Typically, this means they’re paid directly by foreign clients, without social contributions and proper taxes filed. Remotify wants to change that and put dignity and stability to these remote work opportunities.