| Who Is Directions Engineering, Inc. and how can Directions Engineering, Inc. assist my company?
Through numerous contacts and meetings with our clients and prospective clients we have compiled a list of the most commonly asked questions. The following gives brief summaries of these questions and answers.
Who is Directions Engineering, Inc.?
Directions Engineering, Inc. is one of the largest providers of IC Layout/Mask Design contract services in the industry today, dedicated to recruiting professionals for the technology sector. Our firm is a woman-owned business, and under the direction of the owners the firm has a national reputation for recruiting only the most experienced, top-level Designers since 1984. The firm has several exclusive relationships with Fortune 100's, 500's and emerging technology start-ups.
Why should my company use Directions Engineering, Inc. versus a larger temporary firm that handles all types of temporary services?
At Directions Engineering, Inc. we concentrate our efforts on providing the specialized services of Senior IC Layout/Mask Designers and Senior Design Engineers. Because we provide services to such a well-defined niche we can direct our attention to servicing your specific design needs. From recruiting only the most qualified Designers to personally attending to each of our client's specific needs, our defined focus puts us at the top of our league. Our dedication to personalized service is reflected in our letters of recommendations from our clients and demonstrated by our Designers as well! Although larger firms may advertise they can service all your temporary needs, would you contact a general contractor for landscaping assistance or would you go directly to the source, a firm whose specialty is landscape design? Directions Engineering, Inc. is your source for Senior IC Layout/Mask Designers and Senior Design Engineers. Our focus is clear!
How can I be sure all my needs will be met and in a timely fashion?
Directions Engineering, Inc. offers the utmost in personalized service. We are a "hands-on" company! When you contact Directions Engineering, Inc. you will start seeing resumes of qualified candidates in a matter of minutes, not days.
What defines Directions Engineering, Inc.'s contractors from other agencies?
Directions Engineering, Inc.'s contractors are all Senior Level Designers, experienced in all facets of IC Layout Design from floorplanning through verification. Our Integrated Circuit Layout/Mask/Physical Designers specialize in Analog, Mixed-Signal and Digital Design. We also provide CAD System Support, DRC/LVS Flow Development for Dracula, Hercules and DIVA and some ASIC positions. In addition to Mask Design Services and CAD Support, we represent top-notch Design Engineers.
Do your contractors work at our facility?
Our Designers provide these services to our clients either on the client's site or off-site, the choice is yours.
What are the costs for your services?
You will find that Directions Engineering, Inc. has one of the lowest markups offered in the industry today! This could allow your company to realize savings of thousands of dollars per assignment while still maintaining only the highest level of support and service. Plus, think of the money your company spends each year on Permanent Placement Fees. By utilizing Directions Engineering, Inc.'s contract services you can eliminate permanent placement fees, saving your company even more!
How can bringing in a contractor help me?
Directions Engineering, Inc. works with only Senior Layout Designers, Designers with over 10 years in their field. Our employees have vast experience and exposure to the Circuit Design industry. You will find that our Senior Designers will out-perform most Layout Designers, and this alone will help you bring your project in on time! Plus, a project that does not make its deadline often misses a marketing window of opportunity that can cost companies millions of dollars. In addition, once your project needs are met you simply release the contractor, unlike a permanent employee who you continue to pay!
What is the benefit of using Directions Engineering, Inc. as our source for IC Layout/Mask Design contract services? Isn't it more cost-effective for us to contract directly with the individuals we need?
There are two major benefits to using Directions Engineering, Inc. as your single source for IC Layout/Mask Design. First, during an IRS audit a large software company was significantly penalized after the IRS determined this company's contract help should have been regarded as employees and therefore entitled to full benefits. The company was not only forced to match FICA, Medicare, State and Federal Unemployment costs, etc. on all of these contractors, they also had to pay the contractors for benefits they would have received as employees, such as vacation and holiday pay. In addition, the company received a substantial fine. There are several similar lawsuits in the courts today! By using Directions Engineering, Inc. for your contracting needs this will shield your company from this happening to you. Our contractors are fully benefitted, W-2 employees. They receive full healthcare and vacation benefits and all employer financial requirements are paid by Directions Engineering, Inc. This keeps you safe! Second, consider the amount of time and expense involved for your company to advertise and interview for an IC Layout/Mask Design contractor whose experience and skill level matches your needs each time those needs arise! Now consider the alternative; by calling Directions Engineering, Inc. all your IC Layout/Mask Design needs can be met in just one friendly phone call or email. Even though your needs may change from project to project our large bank of Designers assures you we will have the contractor you need every time!
You mentioned that your contractors are all fully benefitted, that seems unusual to me. What benefits do your contractors receive and how does this benefit our company?
Directions Engineering, Inc. contractors receive the following benefits: Medical and Dental Insurance; Section 125 Cafeteria Plan; 401K; per diem and two weeks vacation accrual time. By offering our Designers premium benefits this allows us to secure only the highest level of quality Designers. This in turn allows us to offer you the very best selection of Designers and an opportunity to request the same Designer each time you call. Our Designers stay with Directions Engineering, Inc. because they know we care.
You stated you offer your contractors benefits; what are the benefits Directions Engineering, Inc. offers my company?
Directions Engineering, Inc. offers extensive insurance coverage to protect you in all types of situations. Here are just a few of the policies we carry that protect you! $2,000,000 per occurrence General Liability policy, with an additional $6,000,000 umbrella; $1,000,000 per occurrence Workers Compensation policy, with an additional $6,000,000 umbrella, this covers our employees working at your company's site; $1,000,000 per occurrence Automobile Liability policy.
For more information please contact:
Directions Engineering, Inc.
Office: (928) 771-1895 Fax: (928) 771-1896
Email: info@directions-eng.com
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