Investment in Scotland's BPO sector

Scotland offers a low risk investment opportunity in the business processing operation (BPO) sector thanks to a combination of low costs and high quality staff and infrastructure.

Our investor support section has more about we can help your company invest in Scotland.

Cost-competitive BPO industry

Investment in the Scotland is a low risk option offering high quality staff and locations and significant financial benefits:

  • Staffing - competitive salary rates at all levels of your operation compared to regional and international competitors
  • Relocating - property rate savings compared with many competitors
  • Quality - Savings on operational costs do not compromise quality
  • Flexibility - Scottish labour regulations are among the most flexible in Europe

Support for the Scottish BPO sector

In addition to the support we can offer your company, Scotland’s traditional role as a centre of the financial services industry means there is a full support network in place to help the BPO sector:

  • Outsourcing - Scotland is at the forefront of outsourcing in the BPO industry with 20 experienced outsourcing companies
  • Professional support - active business community offers a range of advice and professional services
  • Workforce - skilled talent pool with extensive business services experience
  • Political support - Scottish Government is supportive of business and committed to growth

The Customer Contact Association (CCA) is the industry body for the contact centre sector. The Glasgow based organisation provides a range of services to support your investment including training and development programmes.

How we can help your investment in Scotland