Covering US hours properly
Indian floors staff US shifts as standard, but coverage quality depends on whether the team lead and QA analyst work those hours too. Ask specifically — plenty of vendors run agents overnight with daytime supervision.
For most US programs, extended 16-hour coverage captures the large majority of contacts at far lower cost than true 24/7.
Compliance US buyers should confirm
For outbound, confirm TCPA-aware dialing practices, consent handling and call recording disclosure. For healthcare or fintech, ask for HIPAA or SOC 2 posture in writing before the pilot, not after.
Onshore, nearshore or offshore
US-based agents cost roughly $22–$35 per hour, the Philippines $9–$14, India $7–$12. Offshore wins on cost and shift depth; onshore wins for regulated sales and complex retention conversations.
Many US teams split the program: offshore tier-1 volume, a small onshore pod for escalations.