We chose to establish our studio operations in the Midwest United States instead of a coastal location due to distinct lower-cost lifestyle benefits. These benefits form the foundation of our operational business model which we lovingly call our Customer’s Bill of Rights.

• It’s about passing on the Cost Savings to you: The Midwest is generally known for its lower cost of living and operating expenses compared to coastal regions. This includes lower costs for office space, utilities, and sometimes, even labor. For Digital Alchemy, these savings can translate into lower project costs, more competitive pricing, and potentially higher profit margins.

• Access to Talent: With numerous prestigious universities and colleges located in the Midwest, there’s a steady stream of fresh talent entering the workforce. Instead of scouting these locations for talent, we chose to bring the projects closer to home where the talent resides. These institutions often have strong programs in computer science, graphic design, and related fields, providing a pool of educated and skilled professionals ready to contribute to the creative and technological demands of CGI work.

• Collaborative Opportunities: The Midwest’s business environment is often characterized by a strong sense of community and collaboration. High up on our want’s-list is a solid foundation of business principals built-on integrity, enthusiasm and an outright sense of community. This leads to beneficial partnerships with regional businesses, educational institutions, and government entities. Such collaborations can foster innovation, provide access to research and development resources, and open up educational opportunities for staff development and project loyalty.

• Early Stage means better scheduling: The pace of life and business operations in the Midwest can be less frantic than in many coastal cities, leading to reduced stress and more productive workflows. These benefits carry over to a more balanced work-life environment for employees, potentially leading to higher job satisfaction, lower turnover, and improved productivity. For clients, this might mean more personalized attention and responsiveness.

• Strategic Geographic Location: Positioned centrally within the United States, a Midwest location can offer strategic advantages in terms of logistics and communication with clients spread across the country. It can serve as a convenient meeting point for national clients and provide more manageable working hours for projects involving collaborators from different time zones.

• Quality of Life: The Midwest is known for its friendly communities, scenic landscapes, and affordable housing, which can be attractive to professionals seeking a high quality of life without the high costs associated with coastal cities. This can make it easier for a CGI graphics house to attract and retain top talent who value these aspects of modern yet laid-back living.

• Growing Tech Hub: Kansas City and Overland Park KS are both neighbors and are emerging as tech hubs which are known as the ‘Silicone Prairie’, attracting startups and established companies alike. This ecosystem fosters innovation, entrepreneurship, and the growth of cutting-edge technologies, including those relevant to CGI and digital graphics.

• Lower Competition: Compared to the highly saturated markets on the coasts, the Midwest may offer less competition for CGI graphics houses. This can result in more visibility in the regional market, potentially leading to increased business opportunities.

• Location Benefits: A lower cost of living means production costs are greatly reduced. We spend our revenue on maintaining the industry’s leading equipment and maintain the latest technology trends.

In summary, the Midwest offers a compelling mix of economic, talent, lifestyle, and strategic advantages for a high-end CGI graphics house, positioning it well to compete on a national and even global scale while maintaining a cost-effective and innovative operation.