Rhombus’s domains of core competence are:-
Business Process Outsourcing
Rhombus Technologies is an excellent back office service provider in the Finance and Telecom sectors; with expertise in the domains of Mortgage and Cash Advance. Its BPO clients include a number of SME organizations across the US, UK and Canada.
Technology Services
Rhombus Technologies has to its credit a talented and dedicated software development team. This innovative division offers customized software solutions which are designed keeping in mind the individual needs and specifications of each client. Our products are currently being utilized by a number of Fortune 1000 companies like Reliance Infocom, Tata Teleservices and the Indian Army
Infrastructure Leasing
Rhombus Technologies has experienced tremendous growth since its inception. Today, the organization spans more than 50,000 square feet of commercial space which facilitates its Infrastructure Leasing Division. This division services 1,300 leased seats which are categorized on the basis of shell to per seat values. This option is ideal for smaller scale organizations that wish to avoid capital expenditure or investment in day-to-day infrastructure management.
Representative offices in New York and London allow Rhombus Technologies to utilize a fully offshore or few onsite/most offshore based methodology. This ensures maximum benefit to clients, due to lower costs in India, without having to compromise on efficiency.
The goal of its 200 employees is to add value in every one of its domains and exceed the clients’ expectations by providing unparalleled service excellence.
The founding principles of honesty, simplicity, value creation and individual rights have all played an important role in nurturing an attitude of success that has reaped not only monetary rewards but consistency of rewards for Rhombus since its inception. These core values remain a guiding force for our organization even today.
“Values are like personality. They are intangible. But, when you have experienced a good one, you realize it instantly and cannot go back to anything other than that.”
- Umesh Ranglani, CEO, Rhombus Technologies Inc.
Honesty
Although clichéd, this core value is the foundation stone for good business. And, like good business it involves a give and take relationship. Therefore, honesty is not just a value we stand for but one we expect from all our business partners and stakeholders. In our eyes, it is dignified, ethical and a true sign of mutual respect.
Simplicity
Quite simply, this core value is self-explanatory. We believe in keeping things precise, keeping them understandable and keeping them uncomplicated. We believe that simplicity enhances both productivity and transparency, aspects we are proud to call our own. We make it a point to embark on only projects we truly understand. ‘Simple’ is efficiency and effectiveness in our perspective.
Value Creation
When we say value creation we don’t just mean improving a process ever so slightly. By this we mean utilizing our resources to truly make a difference. We don’t simply wish to solve problems and troubleshoot. We wish to innovate, revolutionize the way business is done and thereby create wealth, create opportunities and create value for every client.
Individual Rights
This core value represents the human side of Rhombus as a business entity. We believe it is our responsibility as an organization to inspire, encourage and reward the human beings who work for and alongside us. We respect every individual’s right to choose what is best for him/herself at any given point and the freedom to act in accordance. Our means to success has and always will be encouragement. And not coercion.
From its inception Rhombus Technologies has imbibed the teachings of philosophers like Ayn Rand, Occams Razor, etc. into its company policy and business strategy. The main foundation of the organization’s philosophy is that of simplicity, objectivism and continuous improvement.
Simplicity resonates from every facet of our organization whether it is in relation to structures within the organization, business objectives, methods of documentation, coding style or customer relationship management. Even our tagline ‘Keeping things simple’ echoes this ideology. Simplicity helps bring out the organization’s delightful quality of uncomplicatedness and flexibility in any situation.
Objectivism can be observed in Rhombus’s approach to business. The focus remains on what is tangible, real and objective rather than basing decisions and courses of action on assumption, pre-conceived notions or societal beliefs. Objectivism stands for what is the undeniable truth of the situation and helps keep processes and operations transparent, straightforward and honest within the organization.
Continuous improvement signifies not only a part of Rhombus’s philosophy, but also a driving force for the employees of the organization. Continuous improvement involves the ongoing efforts of the organization towards improving products, services or processes; constantly striving for bigger and better goals in every sphere of the organizations functioning.
How Rhombus views its stakeholders
Employees
Rhombus Technologies is firmly of the belief that ‘the people make the place’. We prefer to look at our people not as mere resources but as partners instead. At Rhombus, an employee is given both freedom and responsibility along with authority to perform their duties to the best of their capacity. Freedom translates into employee-friendly office policies like casual dress code, flexible work hours, no coercion to accept unwanted assignments, no resistance from the organization regarding voluntary resignation, etc. We believe that these policies help keep our employees happy. And, when they are happy, we are happy.
Rhombus believes in following a horizontal structure when it comes to delegation of work. Instead of one team per project, we empower every employee to take on multiple projects simultaneously, increasing his/her exposure, experience and thereby expertise. Appearances and personal behavior does not play any part in how an employee is judged here. We simply let his/her work do the talking. Productivity is key.
Clients
At Rhombus, clients are viewed as a source of energy; a powerhouse which keeps the organization driven towards achieving a specific purpose. Our aim is always to keep the client’s best interest in mind, exceed their expectations and maximize their benefit. And, we strive to achieve this as far as humanly possible.
Being made up of human beings, Rhombus is certainly not infallible and we make no false promises regarding this fact. But, we make it a point to minimize our mistakes and learn from the ones that are out of our hands in order to amplify our skills.
Shareholders
At Rhombus, we derive our strength of belief from our shareholders. Their faith in our organization’s ability to create wealth drives them to invest their hard-earned money into our company, despite the possibility of long-term risk. It takes great vision, courage and determination to make such a decision. We, at Rhombus, value and respect this show of confidence and acknowledge this by striving to maximize wealth for all our shareholders without adversely affecting our other stakeholders, viz. employees and clients, in any way. To us, the distribution of money is a zero-sum game; once earned, it must be distributed between all our stakeholders.
At Rhombus, we find it extremely important to maintain a sense of justice and fair value for all behind every one of our dealings. Our responsibility is to work towards delivering that value. And, it’s a responsibility we don’t take lightly.
Rhombus Technologies, originally known as Rhombus, was established in the year 2000 by three young, talented Indian visionaries - Umesh Ranglani, Rupesh Doshi and Nishant Jain. Today it has achieved a growth of more than 75% YoY since its inception ten years ago.
Its very first creation, a system called webteacheronline, was conceptualized with the intention of benefiting schools across India using principles of networking. Essentially, it was a portal which aimed at teaching students remotely using chat, desktop sharing, voice and webcam integration. The software was developed in-house and was greatly appreciated by schools that were given a sneak preview of the product.
Rhombus Technologies used the experience it had gained while developing webteacheronline to build up an expert client server architecture model. This model was later used to create its first commercial software product, Watchdog. Over the years, Watchdog has undergone extensive transformation and remains one of the highest revenue generators for Rhombus Technologies.
Impressed by Watchdog’s capabilities, and its success with a number of Rhombus’s clients, other companies began approaching Rhombus to develop customized software. In 2001, Rhombus was approached to develop a software called Webcafé, a cyber café management system that would accurately bill cyber café users for their internet usage. With Webcafé, Rhombus took the client server architecture model it had built to the next level, altering it to efficiently meet an entirely new business requirement.
Due to superior design and excellent marketing initiatives, Webcafé became the cyber café management system of choice. A large number of cyber cafés were eager to sign on as partners in order to further improve the UI and business logic of the software.
Webcafé truly came into the spotlight when the corporate radar of Reliance picked up on its scalability. Within six months, Rhombus signed on with its first big corporate customer and succeeded in building a strong business relationship with Reliance, one that lasts to this day.
Having succeeded in the software development domain, Rhombus set its sights on the thriving industry of Business Process Outsourcing. Right from the onset the BPO division at Rhombus saw tremendous growth, successfully completing 5 cases in the first year alone. Today, Rhombus stands at the top of the list for BPO services, with a total of 300 cases completed for 50 clients across the US, UK and Canada.
Rhombus experienced its next big leap when it welcomed Prashantt Rupani as co-owner and COO in 2005. Prashantt, a veteran in offshore voice based service industry, incorporated loan origination / refinancing, loan modification and various voice based services into Rhombus’s already extensive product and service portfolio. Under his guidance, Rhombus successfully repositioned itself in the industry, offering high-end intelligence outsourcing at extremely competitive prices.
Today, Rhombus stands strong in the fast-paced, dynamic and extremely competitive business arena, 100 % committed to achieving continuous growth across all its core competencies.
Rhombus Technologies Pvt. Ltd., which today is part of a 20 million USD Group, is a well-established multi-national company having a presence in both India and the United States.
Rhombus’s domains of core competence are:-
- 250 seats spread over 13000 Sq Feet Office at Andheri East, a Prime Area for attracting IT and ITES Talent. Access to another 250 seats in the same building for expansion.
- 10 MBPS Internet Connection from Tata VSNL.
- Reliable VOIP infrastrucutre with two Tier 1 Vendors - Novanet and Trikon
- Sound Proofing on all walls and sound absorbtion panels on individual desks.
- Shared Reception area, Training Room, conference room and Pantry
- Power by 2 vendors (Tata Power and Reliance Energy) with auto switch over
- UPS for all critical servers and equipments.
- Centrally Air conditioned
- 3 Dialers for different kind of usage - Concerto (Aspect Enseble Pro) ; Drishti and Asterisk
- A total of 15 servers for various applications
- 5 E1 (150 channels) Audiocodes Mediant 2000 VoIP Digital Media Gateway.
- Firewall and Antivirus
- Conference Room Provides Facility for Video Conferencing using Polycom and Presentations using a Projector
- Trained Security Guard at the gate.
- 2 IT Support personnel in each shift. Inhouse technology support for developing / integrating web based CRMs.
- 24/7 Operations
- Resume Data Bank of more than 5000 experienced Personnel in various fields. Members of Monster India
Co-Owner & CEO
Umesh@rhombustech.net
The culmination of his extensive education signaled in a new phase for Umesh as he pursued his ambition and, along with his friends, co-founded Rhombus Technologies.
Umesh has a keen interest in Psychology and Philosophy and has completed a course in these subjects from Harvard Summer School. Umesh, an atheist, is unmarried and believes in loving life and living it to the fullest.
Co-Owner & Executive Director
rupesh@rhombustech.net
Rupesh takes great passion in exploring new avenues of business and enjoys the innovative process of conception and creation of lucrative business solutions. Rupesh’s main focus is the development of advanced software solutions, embedded systems and innovative technology.
Rupesh’s philosophy is that of simplicity and this stretches across his attitude towards technology and to life in general. He firmly believes that fear is mother of all creation and that every individual has the ability to begin with something today in order to create a better tomorrow.
Rupesh is a dedicated husband and father to Amishi and Rashee, respectively.
Co-Owner & COO
prashantt@rhombustech.net
Holding a Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, Prashantt is a consummate executive and entrepreneur. In 2006, he began his journey with Rhombus Technologies as a Co-Owner and member of the Board of Directors.
Prashantt began his career with more than five years experience in his family business in the field of Finance and Construction. Later, he went on to gain more than ten years experience in the BPO industry.
This versatile, growth-oriented executive advances visionary change in times of economic uncertainty by developing high-impact operational strategies. He firmly believes in leading by example and this is reflected in his keen interest in continuous process improvement. Prashantt successfully manages institutional growth through perceptive analysis of market trends, and organizational capability and capacity.
Prashantt is a motivated young professional with numerous talents and considerable self-discipline. He is fun-loving, likable, enthusiastic, trusting and trustworthy.
Div. CEO - Offshore Business Services
rekha@rhombustech.net
Rekha has a Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce and has also done her software engineering from NIIT. Atrue visionary, she brings to the table a refreshingly resourceful perspective and an impressive, comprehensive knowledge of the vibrant Mortgage Industry, amongst various other domains.
Rekha's expertise lies in developing and executing successful channels, teams, and inventive financial strategies for companies at their start-up and right through the various development stages as well. Rekha has incredible determination and is constantly driven to achieve the unachievable. Her enthusiasm and energy is positively contagious, a quality she is admired for by both clients and colleagues.
She is simple, independent, single and ambitious. She strongly believes in family values and that honesty and professionalism is the true path to growth and success.
Connect with Rekha via Skype - Rekha_rhombus
Div. COO - Offshore Business Services
derick@rhombustech.net
Derick, who is a Graduate of Commerce, is a vibrant individual. He has been associated with Rhombus Technologies since its inception and has contributed significantly to the sustained growth of the organization, driven by passion and commitment towards his work.
Derick has a keen eye for detail, overseeing all operational activities and business development projects for Rhombus Technologies. With ten years experience in the service industry, Derick has worked in different roles giving him the skills he needs to effectively manage his team.
A reservoir of enthusiasm, fun and jokes, the lively and chatty Derick always has everyone in splits with his one-liners. He loves listening to music and watching movies.
Head – Software Sales
anup@rhombustech.net
Anup, a Bachelor of Engineering (Mumbai University), comes from a business family involved in the manufacturing of plastic articles, amongst other branded items. He began his career in hardware and software development in 1995 and later went on to creating his own e-commerce site in the year 2000.
Anup, who began his association with Rhombus in 2003, is highly skilled in marketing. He has a vision to continuously improve the quality of Rhombus products, thereby building its brand to be one that is reputed and recognized worldwide.
The eternal optimist, Anup believes that the outcome of a positive attitude will always be a positive result. He also believes that with the right vision and effort, nothing is impossible. Anup is friendly and enjoys interacting with different people belonging to different industries. He is a nature lover and believes in loving and living life to the fullest.
Head Marketing - Offshore Business Services
khatib@rhombustech.net
Khatib, a Science Graduate and Software Programmer by training, has 20 years experience in the Client Engagement domain across Technology Training, Market Research and Offshore Business Services.
A self confessed ‘start-up junkie’, Khatib thrives on the challenge of taking a start-up company to the market place. He believes that smart, hard work is the only means to attain success. Khatib enjoys challenging conventional wisdom in the face of a new dynamic world. With an eye for talent, Khatib goes the extra mile to help mentor successful managers.
Khatib is a devoted father to his son Azkaar. He considers cooking to be a very efficient stress buster and takes great pleasure in cooking for family and friends. Khatib also loves to travel and believes that ‘a destination is a point of return’.
Div. Co-Owner & Head - ISP Sales
sajith@rhombustech.net
Sajith, who is a Graduate in Physics, is one of the co-founders of ISP services in Rhombus.
Sajith is in charge of all Sales and Marketing activities in the ISP section. He is also responsible for creating credible, meaningful relationships with companies and retaining them as Rhombus clients. His efforts have greatly contributed towards the tremendous growth of Rhombus’s ISP services.
Sajith believes in team work and is the leader of a team with diverse technical backgrounds. This has encouraged him take on other IT enabled services on behalf of Rhombus. Sajith loves travelling, adventure sports and watching movies in his spare time.
Div. Co-Owner & CTO - ISP
vinayak@rhombustech.net
Vinayak, who holds a Diploma in Computer Science, is armed with diverse technical experience and extensive knowledge in his field. In 2003, he partnered with Rhombus to create an ISP service department. During the time that he has been associated with Rhombus, he has helped create various cost-effective and reliable solutions with regards to call centre operations and ISP services.
Vinayak is responsible for the smooth functioning of Network and Hardware Systems and is an enabler to various other business operations in rhombus. The tremendous growth of ISP in Rhombus can be attributed to Vinayak’s enthusiasm and dedication.
Vinayak prefers to spend most of his spare time with his family and loves listening to music.
Head - IT
raobarinder@rhombustech.net
R.B. Singh graduated with a Master's Degree in Computer Applications (MCA). He is a Certified MSCE, CCNA and posses a sound technical background with expertise in Networking and Infrastructure.
R.B. has been associated with Rhombus Technologies for over 5 years as Head of IT during which he has provided extensive support in IT Operations.
R.B. is smart, enthusiastic and self-driven. He is extremely focused and, in a way, a perfectionist. He has contagious enthusiasm and approaches every challenge with energy and passion. His helpful attitude and positive outlook, coupled with his sense of humor is much appreciated by his colleagues. A highly dependable person, R.B. does everything he can to rise above and beyond expectations at all times.
Jt. Head - IT
vivek@rhombustech.net
Vivek, a Bachelor of Engineering (Mumbai University-2001), comes from a business family involved in trading of heavy metal industrial scrap. He began his career in IT in the year 1994.He believes a person to be honest in his relationship and dedicated to his profession. Be self-confident to solve problem in its best solution. His hobbies are Traveling & reading books.
Contact Details:
BlackBerry Pin: 20D513E0
Mobile: +91 9819743579
Head - Human Resources
rekha.nair@rhombustech.net
Rekha completed her Bachelor's Degree in Microbiology & Biochemistry from Jabalpur and her MBA in HR from Pune, with an added specialization of MBA in Biotechnology. Having always been a meritorious student, she was among the toppers in both her graduation and post-graduation.
Rekha is extremely passionate about her career as an HR professional. She began her career with Rhombus Technologies and now handles all the end-to-end recruitment for the company. She has an intense desire to learn and grow with Rhombus where she has had the opportunity to take on numerous responsibilities.
Rekha is a very enthusiastic and ambitious person who lives by the motto - “I do what I believe in and I believe in what I do."As her mother is an Officer in the Indian Army, Rekha has travelled extensively in her childhood and has stayed in most parts of the country.
Project Manager - Telecom
steve@rhombustech.net
Yogesh is a Commerce Graduate. In last 5 years of his work experience in BPO sector he focus to give his best, what he has in him. He is a dynamic person and a man with determination and hard work, which has been the key for his success. Being a graduate he has all managerial qualities and leadership qualities. He can play any role like leading, directing and even as a negotiator He loves nature and likes to get involved in outdoor adventurous activities.
Call Yogesh on 91-9867069144.
Skype at steve_rhombus.
Process Manager – Loan Mod
michael.smith@rhombustech.net
Naresh, a Commerce graduate and a diploma holder in Computer Science and Networking, comes with a diversified experience of 17 years in computer programming, software training, customer service, product/process training, process improvements and managing product launches.
Naresh’s professional experiencemakes him strongly vouch for ‘Employee Development’and ‘Interactive Corporate Training’as two major ingredients in an organization’s growth.
Being practical and analytical helps Naresh see the big picture in a situation.
A fun lover and a seeker by nature, Naresh likes net surfing, watching comedy and sci-fi movies/TV-series.
Naresh is spiritually inclined. He believes there is more to us than we know, and more to the universe than we perceive.
His mantra for happy life: ‘Expect the Needs, not the Wants. All is temporary, so don’t worry - be happy.’
Project Manager – Loan Mod
briananderson@rhombustech.net
Kamal is a MBA (Finance) graduate from IBS – Mumbai and also B.E. from Mumbai University.
A keen planner and strategist with proven abilities in addressing operational issues, resolving performance bottlenecks with expertise in devising policies & plans for improving business output and achieving desired objectives and organizational growth.
Dynamic & result oriented professional with rich cross-functional experience of 4+ years in managing the entire spectrum of IT Enabled Service related functions including Operations Management, Service Excellence, Technical, Quality Compliance and Team Management.
Hands on expertise in Project Management, Financial Management, Cash flow analysis and viability have always been an added variation to his much competitive profile.
Kamal is a Sport loving person, also known for his Cricketing antics.
He strongly believes: “You don't win the silver, you lose the gold”
Project Manager – Loan Mod
summer.rogers@rhombustech.net
Sunita has been associated with the advertising world for more than 16 years and had been involved in advertising, strategy planning, business development, money management & communications.
She is a very assertive and a go getter with a never say die attitude, quick to act and creates a sense of urgency in others, uses direct action oriented approach to solving problems, energetic professional and at the same time humble.
Sunita loves to spend her leisure time doing Tarot reading and Numerology.
