Case Study: International Employment Enablement for SigmaSense via MGT’s PEO Services

Client
SigmaSense

Overview
Full-cycle PEO support to establish and manage SigmaSense’s engineering workforce in Taiwan

Category
PEO Services

Project Background

SigmaSense, an advanced signal processing leader in capacitive sensing, aimed to expand its global R&D footprint by establishing a specialized engineering team in Taiwan. With no local legal entity or HR infrastructure, SigmaSense sought a trusted partner to assume complete employment management responsibilities—ensuring compliant operations and seamless onboarding of high-value technical talent.

They turned to MGT for turnkey PEO services capable of bridging international legal, cultural, and operational gaps.

Objectives

  • Legally employ local engineers without incorporating in Taiwan
  • Deliver compliant payroll, benefits, and tax administration
  • Ensure airtight IP protection, confidentiality, and invention assignment
  • Offer competitive and culturally aligned employee experiences
  • Maintain transparent, U.S.-aligned reporting and cost visibility

MGT’s PEO Service Delivery

Legal Employer of Record (EOR) Setup

  • Acted as official employer of record for Taiwan-based hires
  • Drafted dual-language employment contracts aligned with labor codes and SigmaSense’s IP standards
  • Deployed invention assignment and NDA protocols enforceable in both jurisdictions

Talent Onboarding & Employment Administration

  • Screened and onboarded senior firmware, electrical, and touch algorithm engineers
  • Managed visa sponsorships and work permits for cross-border talent
  • Conducted cultural orientation sessions for smoother integration

Payroll, Tax & Benefits

  • Delivered monthly payroll with multi-currency compliance
  • Administered mandatory labor insurance, health benefits, and tax filings
  • Synchronized payroll data with SigmaSense’s global finance system

HR Compliance & Risk Mitigation

  • Monitored evolving Taiwanese labor laws and ensured proactive alignment
  • Audited employment files, time tracking, and benefits enrollment
  • Protected trade secrets through regional DLP protocols and documentation controls

Results

Talent Onboarded: 14 engineers across firmware and hardware
Time to Deploy: 3 weeks from contract to first hire start
IP & Compliance Incidents: Zero throughout engagement
Cost Transparency: Quarterly labor cost variance under 1.2%
Employee Retention (Year 1): 93%

Conclusion

MGT’s full-stack PEO solution empowered SigmaSense to scale its R&D operations internationally with speed, compliance, and precision—transforming a traditionally complex employment landscape into a competitive edge.