Subcontracting costs for Indian IT firms are decreasing as discretionary projects decrease and automation adoption increases.
IT companies are reducing subcontracting expenses to streamline operations and maintain margins in a subdued demand environment.
Top IT firms are focusing on reducing subcontractor usage, increasing utilization rate, controlling travel costs, and optimizing employee pyramid structures.
The subcontracting costs are expected to decrease by 10-15% in the upcoming quarters due to increased automation adoption and in-house capabilities.