Outsourcing – how to do it right
Abstract
Purpose
Reviews the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoints practical implications from cutting‐edge research and case studies.
Design/methodology/approach
This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context.
Findings
Organizations are often reluctant to relinquish control of core services but the trend in appointing outside contractors to handle non‐core activities should and can work well if arrangements are handled carefully.
Practical implications
Provides strategic insights and practical thinking that have influenced some of the world's leading organizations.
Originality/value
The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy‐to‐digest format.
Keywords
Citation
Sinton, C. (2006), "Outsourcing – how to do it right", Strategic Direction, Vol. 22 No. 10, pp. 3-5. https://doi.org/10.1108/02580540610703991
Publisher
:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
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