Nairobi, Kenya – Witz Consulting Group's Digital Innovation Labs today announced a shift to remote-first operations, enabling the organization to serve clients globally while maintaining the collaborative and innovative culture that defines the labs.
This strategic move positions WCG's Innovation Labs as a global innovation partner, capable of assembling the best talent regardless of geographic location. The remote-first model allows the labs to tap into diverse perspectives and expertise from around the world.
Embracing Remote-First Innovation
The transition to remote-first operations represents a natural evolution for the Innovation Labs, which have always prioritized outcomes over location. The new model enables faster project kickoffs, more flexible team compositions, and enhanced collaboration across time zones.
"Innovation doesn't happen in a specific building—it happens when talented people collaborate effectively, regardless of where they are," said the Head of Digital Innovation Labs. "Our remote-first approach allows us to bring together the best minds for each project, creating more innovative solutions for our clients."
Enhanced Capabilities
The remote-first model brings several advantages:
- Global Talent Access: Ability to assemble teams with the exact skills needed for each project
- 24/7 Collaboration: Teams can work across time zones, accelerating project timelines
- Reduced Overhead: Lower operational costs enable more investment in innovation tools and technologies
- Flexibility: Faster response times and more adaptable team structures
- Sustainability: Reduced travel and office footprint supports environmental goals
Technology Infrastructure
To support remote-first operations, the Innovation Labs have invested heavily in collaboration tools, virtual workspaces, and digital innovation platforms. These investments ensure that remote collaboration is not just possible, but actually more effective than traditional co-located approaches.
"We've built a technology stack that makes remote collaboration seamless," explained a Labs technology lead. "From virtual whiteboards to real-time code collaboration, we have everything needed to innovate effectively, regardless of team location."
Client Impact
Clients are already seeing benefits from the remote-first approach. Projects are launching faster, teams are more diverse, and innovation cycles are shorter. The ability to quickly assemble specialized teams for specific challenges has proven particularly valuable.
"The remote-first model has actually improved our collaboration with WCG," noted a client executive. "We have access to a broader range of expertise, and the team is more responsive. It's been a win-win."
Future of Innovation
The remote-first model positions WCG's Innovation Labs at the forefront of how innovation consulting will operate in the future. As organizations become more distributed and global, the ability to innovate effectively across distances becomes increasingly important.
"This is the future of innovation consulting," the Head of Labs concluded. "By embracing remote-first operations, we're not just adapting to current trends—we're positioning ourselves to lead the next wave of innovation."