AlsoThere does not offer direct human resources, payroll, or Employer of Record (EoR) services, as it specializes exclusively in being a transactional and commercial layer that handles contracts, invoicing, collections, and tax compliance. However, to expand internationally while minimizing financial risks (shifting from a CAPEX to an OPEX model), we recommend a 4-step framework to scale talent: first, start lean by managing initial sales with current resources or hiring additional talent only in countries where you already have an established legal entity; second, leverage AlsoThere's on-demand support when you need part-time account management or a first-level help desk in new markets; third, utilize local hiring through global employment services (like Remote, Globalization Partners, or Adecco) once you reach a critical mass of business; and finally, execute a strategic physical expansion by opening a new legal entity to establish a local team only after achieving solid cash flow and validating positive growth.