With Thanksgiving around the corner, I found myself thinking about why this particular week feels especially meaningful. Gratitude comes easily when you pause long enough to appreciate how far you’ve come—and how many people helped you get here.This year, Outcome Logix was selected once again as a Pittsburgh Tech Council Tech 50 Finalist for 2025—our second time in just five years (2025 and 2022). For a company that has only existed for half a decade, being recognized twice is something we do not take lightly.We may not have taken the award home this year, but the acknowledgment itself is a milestone—and one we are truly grateful for.A heartfelt thank you to Audrey Russo, Brian, Jonathan, Brendan, Ashley, and every member of the Pittsburgh Technology Council team for your unwavering support and for your commitment to strengthening our region’s tech ecosystem.As I reflected on the recognition, I also reflected on the “why” behind it. What exactly defines us? What continues to differentiate Outcome Logix in a crowded, fast-moving industry? And why do people resonate with what we’re building?Below is a glimpse into the principles and philosophies that shape us.1. A Customer-First MindsetOur definition of “customer” is intentionally broad. Clients, employees, vendors, and candidates—each one plays a critical role in the experience we deliver. Success happens when every point in the ecosystem aligns.2. A Fully Tech-Enabled ApproachWe saw a significant gap in how the staffing industry traditionally presented candidates. Resumes alone were never enough.So, we built our platform from the ground up.Today, our clients receive well-qualified, video-screened candidates evaluated by industry experts, ensuring a consistent, data-driven, competency-based hiring process focused on quality and speed.3. A 1:1 Ratio of Technology Engineers to Sales/RecruitersFew staffing companies operate with this structure.Every requirement is contextualized by engineers who understand the technology, the nuance, and the evolving landscape. This ensures accuracy in role framing, better matching, and better outcomes.4. User Experience at the CenterWe built EngageClient and EngageVendor with one purpose—to simplify interactions across the entire hiring lifecycle.Not another cookie-cutter ATS. A real-time, intuitive experience designed around the people who use it.Now, we’re introducing o-Genie, our first agentic chatbot—capable of guiding clients and vendors, surfacing insights, and taking actions that used to take hours.5. Industry Experts & Tech-Company-Level TalentEvery requirement is paired with experts from leading companies like IBM, Samsung, and others.This gives us the ability to identify and present tech-company-level talent—without the tech-company cost structure—ensuring deep competency for critical projects.6. D-CSR: Democratic Corporate Social ResponsibilityWe believe that giving back starts with understanding why a cause matters.Our D-CSR model allows employees to choose the causes they care about most—because every act of giving begins with a WHY.With 61,000+ LinkedIn followers and a widespread client/vendor network, we can not only contribute—we can amplify purpose and awareness across communities.7. A Growing EcosystemWe are thankful for the 800+ registered vendors and 10+ enterprise clients who trust us and partner with us.These relationships form the backbone of our marketplace. And the trust placed in us continues to drive everything we build.A Moment of GratitudeAs we head into Thanksgiving week, I am reminded of how far we’ve come—and how many individuals, teams, and partners have played a role in our journey.To our clients—thank you for your trust. To our candidates—thank you for representing us. To our vendors and partners—thank you for your collaboration. To our employees—thank you for giving everything you have, every single day. To the Pittsburgh tech community—thank you for inspiring us.And to everyone who believes in what we’re building at Outcome Logix—thank you for being part of our story.We’re grateful. We’re energized. And we’re just getting started.Happy Thanksgiving.— Sandesh Sukumaran Founder & CEO, Outcome Logix

At Outcome Logix, giving back isn’t an initiative we revisit once a year—it’s embedded in who we are. From day one, we’ve believed that true impact is created not by one leader making decisions at the top, but by empowering every individual within our organization to shape the causes we support. That belief gave rise to our Democratic CSR (DCSR) Program, a people-driven model of community contribution.Every Contribution Starts With a WHYIf there is one thing we’ve learned through this journey, it’s this:Every act of giving—every donation, every vote, every volunteer effort—starts with a WHY.There is always a reason someone chooses to uplift a cause. A personal experience. A belief. A moment that sparked empathy. That WHY is powerful.The same is true for the NGOs we support. Every organization has a mission that began with a WHY: A need they saw, a problem they wanted to solve, a community they wanted to serve.Our DCSR Program connects these two worlds—the WHY of individuals and the WHY of the organizations making an impact.It gives our people the chance to choose causes that resonate with them. It allows NGOs to share their mission more widely. And it creates a deeper sense of ownership in how we give back.

From #11 to #7: Our Q3 Scorecard Climb and Three-Year Journey in a Competitive ProgramThree years ago, Outcome Logix entered this enterprise hiring program as a new supplier competing against more than twenty-three established incumbent vendors. We were the new entrant in a mature ecosystem—one where processes were well-defined, expectations were high, and performance was closely measured.Today, we are proud to share that in Q3 2025, Outcome Logix has moved from Rank #11 to Rank #7 on the quarterly supplier scorecard. This improvement reflects not only our operational discipline and delivery consistency, but also our ability to continuously raise the bar in a highly competitive environment.A Look at Our Q3 2025 PerformanceOur Q3 scorecard highlights several key areas where Outcome Logix demonstrated strong alignment with program expectations and delivered measurable value:Business Hours to First Response: 100%Every first candidate submission was made within the agreed service-level timelines. Responsiveness has always been a core principle of our delivery model, and this quarter reaffirmed that commitment.Opt-In Rate: 95.83%This metric exceeded the program’s target of greater than 95 percent. It reflects the quality of our initial candidate engagement and the clarity with which we communicate job expectations.First Time Quality: 100%Every worker submitted by Outcome Logix remained on assignment for more than 30 days. This metric underscores the strength of our vetting process, our technical screening model, and our ability to match candidates who can integrate and contribute from day one.Negative Turnover Rate: 0%There were no negative end reasons. This is an important indicator of fit, candidate preparedness, and continuous support post-placement.Failure to Start: 0%Every hired candidate successfully started their assignment. This outcome is driven by thorough pre-start validations and strong candidate commitment.Offer Acceptance Rate: 100%All offers extended to Outcome Logix candidates were accepted. Achieving this level of alignment requires transparent communication and ensuring candidates are set up for success from the beginning.Audit Compliance: 100%Every hire passed the supplier audit. Compliance continues to be a non-negotiable part of our delivery framework.Rate Card Compliance: 100%We maintained full adherence to program pricing and guidelines throughout the quarter.What This Progress RepresentsOur movement from Rank #11 to Rank #7 is not just a scorecard improvement—it represents the cumulative effect of disciplined execution, a strong delivery engine, and deep respect for our client’s operational expectations.When we entered the program three years ago, our goal was simple: deliver quality that speaks for itself. Over time, that mindset has helped us build trust, strengthen our processes, and demonstrate consistency quarter after quarter.Looking AheadWe’re proud of the momentum we’ve built, but even more excited about where we’re headed. Continuous improvement is core to our culture at Outcome Logix, and we remain committed to raising our standards across quality, responsiveness, and compliance.Our journey from entrant to top-tier performer is still evolving—and Q3 serves as both a milestone and a reminder that disciplined execution always creates opportunity.Onward and upward.

Introduction: a) In today’s job market, competition is fierce, and both hiring managers and candidates face significant challenges. Outcome Logix is leveraging IP-driven, innovative technology, and technical expertise to assist both parties and improve outcomes. In this blog post, we will explore how Outcome Logix’s screened talent platform, intelligent applicant tracking system, video interviewing, and technical experts can help hiring managers and candidates in a highly competitive job market. b) Introduction: In any job market, highly skilled candidates often hold the upper hand, however market situation changes from time to time,. The COVID-19 pandemic caused a significant shift towards a candidate-driven market due to the necessity of working from home. However, this trend seems to be changing as tech companies and large consulting firms balance out their hiring practices. As a result, there are now more applicants, which increases pressure on both hiring managers and candidates to make a good impression. Moreover, with companies delaying new hires and more applicants flooding the market, the hiring process has become even more challenging. Nevertheless, Outcome Logix is leveraging innovative technology and technical expertise to assist hiring managers and candidates in this competitive environment. This blog post will explore how Outcome Logix’s screened talent platform, smart applicant tracking system, video interviewing, and industry experts with relevant skill sets as technical interviewers can enhance outcomes for both parties and compete with other tech services companies that rely on legacy applicant tracking systems. About Outcome Logix’s Technology-enabled Staffing Services: a) Outcome Logix is a services company that helps hiring managers and candidates save time and effort in the hiring process. They have built a platform that enables hiring managers to hire faster, and clients only pay for services after successful hires have been made. The platform aids companies fill thier contract positions, contract-to-hire, and full-time roles. b) Outcome Logix is a company that provides services to simplify the hiring process for both hiring managers and candidates, saving them time and effort. Their platform allows hiring managers to speed up the hiring process, and clients are only charged for services once a successful hire has been made. This platform is useful for filling contract positions, contract-to-hire positions, and full-time roles. Additionally, clients only pay once a candidate has been successfully placed. Section 1: Screened Talent Platform Outcome Logix’s screened talent platform saves hiring managers up to 70% of the time spent on interviewing by using a combination of smart applicant tracking system, video interviewing, and technical experts. This comprehensive approach ensures that hiring managers get a complete picture of each candidate’s qualifications, skills, and personality, and make better decisions even in a competitive job market. The platform enables hiring managers to save time and effort and focus on the most promising candidates. Section 2: Intelligent Applicant Tracking System Outcome Logix’s intelligent applicant tracking system is a crucial element of the screened talent platform. It leverages advanced algorithms and automation to sift through resumes, cover letters, and applications to identify relevant keywords, skills, and qualifications. However, Outcome Logix goes beyond just keyword screening to ensure that each candidate is thoughtfully shortlisted based on criteria that align with clients’ specific needs. Recruiters also use video messaging to personalize communication with candidates and convey that the shortlisting process is not solely reliant on a broad net of keywords. Once a candidate expresses interest, they are paired with an industry expert technical screener to assess their proficiency in the necessary skills required by the client. Section 3: Video Interviewing Outcome Logix’s video interviewing platform empowers candidates to showcase their talents and personality effectively. Candidates can record concise videos that answer specific questions or display their work, and industry experts can act as screeners by asking customized questions based on client’s requirements and providing valuable feedback. This feature results in a better shortlisting and validation process, enabling hiring managers to assess a candidate’s communication skills, presentation style, and technical proficiency more accurately. Additionally, video interviewing reduces time and travel expenses, as candidates can participate from any location and at any time. Section 4: Technical Experts Outcome Logix has a team of technical experts who can help hiring managers and candidates with technical screening, assessment, and feedback. They have deep knowledge of the industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies, and can provide valuable insights into the company’s tech stack, culture, and work environment. By leveraging the technical expertise of Outcome Logix’s team, hiring managers and candidates can make informed decisions, reduce risks, and improve outcomes. Conclusion: In a highly competitive job market, Outcome Logix’s innovative technology and technical expertise can help both hiring managers and candidates stand out and make the best possible impression. The screened talent platform, intelligent applicant tracking system, video interviewing, and technical experts enhance outcomes for all parties involved and set Outcome Logix apart from other staffing companies that rely on outdated applicant tracking systems. If you’re a hiring manager or candidate seeking an advantage in a cutthroat job market, consider partnering with Outcome Logix to experience the difference.

Our CEO, Sandesh Sukumaran, was proudly shortlisted as one of the top 40 leaders in Pittsburgh to be featured in the “40 Stories” campaign by the Pittsburgh Tech Council. This initiative was launched to celebrate the council’s 40th anniversary by highlighting the remarkable individuals who have contributed to the growth and success of the technology sector in the region. Our CEO’s inclusion in this esteemed campaign is a recognition of their leadership and vision in driving innovation and making a positive impact. Celebrating 40 Years of the Tech Council: As the Pittsburgh Tech Council celebrates its 40th anniversary, we join them in commemorating this milestone. We are honored to be part of a vibrant and dynamic tech community that continues to thrive and evolve. Through our participation in the council’s initiatives and events, we actively contribute to the growth and advancement of the technology ecosystem in Pittsburgh. Our Commitment: These accolades serve as a reminder of our commitment to excellence, innovation, and making a positive impact on our clients, employees, and the community. We are dedicated to staying at the forefront of technology and providing exceptional services that drive our clients’ success. As we continue on our journey, we remain focused on exceeding expectations, delivering outstanding outcomes, and contributing to the growth and advancement of the technology industry. These recognitions are a testament to the hard work and dedication of our entire team at Outcome Logix. Stay tuned for more updates on our achievements and industry recognition as we strive for continuous improvement and success. https://www.pghtech.org/news-and-publications/Sandesh_Sukumaran

We take pride in being recognized as a Tech 50 Award Finalist company in 2022 by the prestigious Pittsburgh Tech Council. Our remarkable growth trajectory has positioned us as one of the fastest-growing companies in Pittsburgh, PA.  Chosen as top 40 Leaders by Pittsburgh Tech Council as part of 40 leaders in Pittsburgh PA The Fire Award celebrates exceptional startup founders who exhibit strong leadership skills and a clear vision for their company’s success. Additionally, the award acknowledges founders who are dedicated risk-takers, possess industry knowledge, and actively engage in their startup’s day-to-day operations. I sincerely appreciate your ongoing support and encouragement throughout this incredible journey. CEO Sandesh Sukumaran Named as a Rising Founder Award Winner in 2023, by Pittsburgh Business Times Following is the Q&A session with CEO, Sandesh Sukumaran What was the company’s greatest accomplishment of the past year?What started as a product-idea 24 months ago centered around developing an ATS/Video interviewing platform embedded with features such as pre-screening by industry experts that considerably saves time and improves efficiencies for end-customers has today grown into a 25-employee and growing organization with several Contracts from large enterprises. How is the nominee company revolutionizing their market, and what differentiates this company from competitors? Please provide more detail than what is found on your website and marketing materials.Outcome Logix presents to Clients, a technology enabled staffing solution built around Screened Talent. Screened Talent provides a ready pool of Industry Experts to technically screen potential candidates within 24 hours. Screened Talent’s Video based Interview feature allows Hiring Managers full visibility on candidate screening process. Screened Talent reduces the time and resources spent on interviewing by up to 70%. Our vast talent pool of resources and our flexible engagement models ensure our clients get the right talent in the team and get started on their project delivery or product releases quickly. What impact is the nominee company making currently (or what impact will the nominee company potentially make) on Pittsburgh, the U.S., and the world? Since our founding in 2021 with 2 founding team members, Pittsburgh has not only been our headquarters but our home. We have grown from 2 founding team members to 25 employees globally, but we have not lost sight of the strong local talent available to us right in our backyard and plan to grow our local team by an estimated 5 new full time employees in the coming year. With local growth planned for our team we are considering plans of expanding to a larger office to accommodate our ever-growing team. We believe corporate social responsibility program should not be restricted to the board room and made by a handful of stakeholders. We rolled out an outcome based charity/community give back program. This allows our Employees to decide which charitable organisation we should spend our money on. Every deal we close we contribute a certain amount of money which goes towards community give back and this decision is made by employees of the quarter, they get to choose the charity of their choice. We are also planning on inviting charitable organizations to come and make a pitch to our employees to talk about their initiative,thus educating our employees about the impact they are making for the community/society. What is the impact that the nominee company is making (or what impact will the nominee company potentially make) on its customers or society, and how is the nominee company solving problems/addressing challenges? As the majority of staffing services giants take the conventional approach of sharing hundreds of resumes with the hiring managers with a disposition to sourcing candidates on a ‘keyword skill’ perspective, we have built services around our unique ATS platform that saves a considerable amount of time for hiring managers in the vetting process. This was made possible by our key enabler — our solutions’ video screening candidate vetting process. With the video screening access given to the hiring managers, they could review our pre-screened/approved candidates on a preliminary basis at their comfort. This eliminates the need of them conducting multiple rounds of interviews with the candidates. Eight out of Ten times we have found that our pre-screened candidates have been approved and hired by the clients proving the efficacy of the ATS platform. We have supported the enterprise architecture teams of one of the largest retailers in the East coast by supplying key IT resources for Websphere application server and Portal server implementations that brought value added propositions to the entire WCS project. Majorly contributed in supplying the crucial technical resources for the Risk and Controls project of one of the largest banks that helped them in identifying the gaps in the existing workflows, regulatory and compliance issues there by improving enterprise wide efficiency and productivity. How has the nominee company contributed to the growth of the Pittsburgh and/or Southwestern Pennsylvania economy? Examples include, but are not limited to: job creation, investment capital raised, revenue growth, capital investments (facilities), regional payroll growth, research and development investments, or community contributions. Use quantitative metrics if possible.In addition to the direct employment impact, Outcome Logix has helped local companies find talent for their difficult to fill positions. These relations have resulted in local jobs, many of which have relocated to the area with their families. The trickle down effect of the job creation, both directly and through assisting local firms results in a great economic impact through the individuals who are tax paying residents, using local services and purchasing local goods. Outcome Logix, his current venture has made impressive strides and his experience and vision has seen the organization grow its revenues and employee base to numbers that were much more than initially forecasted. Outcome Logix is expected to keep a steady growth in revenues year after year and desires to be a 10 Million revenue generating organization by end-2023.

As the search for talent continues to be a challenge for companies,  Sandesh Sukumaran  has found a way to utilize technology to streamline the hiring process. His company, Outcome Logix, provides proprietary application tracking technology to allow employers to more efficiently vet candidates, which he said can reduce time and resources spent on interviewing by up to 70%. The company, which Sukumaran founded in 2020, has been able to grow its customer base to now include banks, utility companies and retail giants. It has also grown its ranks to now have 21 employees. What has been your biggest challenge getting your startup to where it is today? The most significant challenge we’ve faced in bringing our startup to its current stage has been the impact of hiring freezes at many enterprise companies, some of which are our valued clients. This year, these hiring freezes presented a formidable obstacle that we had to navigate. How can Pittsburgh better serve its startup community? Facilitate easier access to various funding sources, such as venture capital, angel investors and government grants. Expand and strengthen the presence of startup incubators and accelerators that provide mentorship,networking and resources. These programs can offer invaluable guidance, connections and expertise to early stage startups. Organize regular networking events, meetups and conferences that bring together entrepreneurs, investors, industry experts and potential partners. Provide opportunities for startups to showcase their products and services to a broader audience, both locally and beyond. Hosting startup showcases, industry expos and innovation competitions can help startups gain visibility and attract potential customers.