Tech firm Onward Technologies broadens presence in Birmingham, UK, and Munich, Germany, with new offices near client locations.
Onward Technologies, a leading software outsourcing company specializing in digital and Engineering Research & Development (ER&D) services, has announced the relocation of its UK office to Birmingham and its Germany office to Munich. This strategic move aims to enhance proximity to key clients in the transport and mobility sectors and to capitalize on innovation hotspots in these regions.
The company, which employs over 2,500 people across 12 offices in 6 countries, is investing rapidly to support clients' transformation agendas due to growing demand for offshore services across Europe.
Closer to Clients, Closer to Innovation
The key reasons for these relocations include closer proximity to clients in transport and mobility, enabling more effective collaboration and service delivery. Being in the heart of innovation hubs in Birmingham and Munich, where technological advancements in relevant industries are rapidly progressing, will also provide Onward Technologies with access to the latest trends and developments.
Alignment with Onward Technologies’ larger European investment strategy aimed at supporting customers' digital transformation initiatives is another significant factor. The company also sees an opportunity to expand local hiring and strengthen technical capabilities on-site, responding to growing demand for offshore engineering services in Europe.
Boosting Customer Satisfaction and Brand Visibility
The strategic relocation is expected to improve Onward Technologies' ability to deliver digital engineering solutions with greater responsiveness and local agility, enhancing customer satisfaction. Strengthening regional presence will also boost brand visibility and competitive positioning in important European markets.
Furthermore, the move facilitates deeper partnerships with automotive and industrial equipment manufacturers, accelerating innovation programs. It also supports growth ambitions by recruiting local talent and expanding operational capacity in both countries.
A Global Strategy with a Local Touch
Jigar Mehta, Managing Director of Onward Technologies, stated that the expansion is a reflection of the company’s global strategy and focus on combining global reach with local agility. This approach allows Onward Technologies to maintain its commitment to investing and growing its presence in Europe, while remaining deeply aligned with the priorities of automotive and industrial equipment manufacturers.
The company partners with these manufacturers to accelerate digital engineering programs, focusing on alternative powertrains, autonomous mobility, Industry 4.0, and AI/ML-driven R&D.
For more information, please visit www.onwardgroup.com. Media inquiries can be directed to [email protected].
[1] Business Wire press release, Onward Technologies Relocates UK and Germany Offices to Strengthen Presence in Europe, 2022.
- Being positioned in innovation hotspots such as Birmingham and Munich, Onward Technologies will have access to the latest news and advancements in technology, particularly those relevant to the transport and mobility sectors, which will aid in their digital transformation initiatives and engineering services.
- As part of its expansion plan, Onward Technologies is aiming to capitalize on financial opportunities in the European industry by recruiting local talent and expanding its operational capacity in both Birmingham and Munich, thereby strengthening its partnerships with automotive and industrial equipment manufacturers.
- Given its strategic relocation and global yet locally-focused approach, Onward Technologies expects to boost customer satisfaction through more effective collaboration and service delivery, as well as improve its brand visibility and competitive positioning within important European markets.
