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Fcode Labs recently brought its cross-border technology expertise to Southeast Asia with the event Scale Up Smart Singapore: Building Cost-Effective Engineering Teams, held at HUONE, Clarke Quay. The event attracted startups, established companies, and tech professionals eager to learn scalable and cost-effective strategies for building offshore development teams.
The session featured insightful presentations from Fcode Labs’ founders, Tharindu and Buddhishan, alongside Pamaljith, the Head of Operations. Together, they shared their journey of bootstrapping a team of over 100 engineers in just six years. Their discussion covered critical challenges such as managing cultural differences, navigating time zone gaps, and fostering trust and retention within remote teams. Their firsthand experience highlighted how Sri Lankan tech talent is increasingly driving global innovation.
Participants also gained valuable lessons on optimizing operational efficiency. The speakers emphasized the importance of building strong systems and remote work cultures to manage productivity and avoid pitfalls like poor communication and misaligned expectations. Additionally, they explored the integration of AI and automation tools to streamline workflows and enhance collaboration between local and remote teams.
Adding regional perspective to the event, Kian Seng NG, Chief Sales Officer of Progress Magic, delivered a session on cost-effective go-to-market strategies. Drawing from his extensive experience scaling healthcare and B2B software across Asia, Kian outlined practical frameworks for product launches that prioritize market testing, idea validation, and sustainable growth without excessive expenditure.
The event underscored the growing importance of leveraging offshore talent and innovative strategies to scale businesses efficiently in today’s competitive market.
