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Outsourcing -
some Questions and Answers
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Q. What is outsourcing?
A. Outsourcing is employing
experts from outside your business to perform specific tasks.
Q. Why is it important to
outsource?
A. Outsourcing is a way that all
businesses can remain competitive - rather than keeping a team of experts on the
payroll, outsourcing work enables you to utilise the skills and experience of
these people without having to pay full-time salaries, health and sickness
benefits etc.
Q. What are the advantages of
outsourcing?
A. It enables the development
of successful, long-term partnerships between the outsourcing provider and
outsourcing end-user. The outsource expert can take responsibility for some of
the non-core functions of the business, freeing the end-user to
concentrate on other areas of expertise, such as Research and Development, and
marketing, which are of more direct benefit to the business and the bottom line.
Q. How does outsourcing save
time?
A. Tapping into capabilities
not available internally increases scheduling flexibility and resource
availability, which usually results in reduced time to market. Q.
What should you look for when selecting an outsource provider? A.
The outsourcing provider should demonstrate proven competence in his/her field.
As well as possessing the necessary skills and experience, a commitment to
quality, delivery, integrity and innovation are vital. Flexibility, efficiency,
and cost-effective services are also important criteria. Overall, the provider
should demonstrate an ability to listen to what you want to achieve and have the
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Q.
Which is better - a one-off relationship or an ongoing partnership? A.
The key to the success of outsourcing is a well-managed relationship between the
outsourcing provider and end-user. Commitment to a true partnership and the
development of a shared vision will ultimately create the greatest sustainable
value for both businesses. The more you work with a provider, the more that
person understands your needs and the better the service he/she can provide.
Joining forces with a focused service provider allows the end-user to boost
revenue growth and market share while implementing improvements in customer
service. Combined, these benefits translate into increased competitive power.
Q. What does the future hold for outsourcing?
A. The
globalisation of the economy, rapidly improving technology, and a heightened
focus on providing customer value have significantly increased competition in
nearly all markets. This, in turn, has been the impetus for a fundamental change
in how businesses view their sourcing strategies and has forced them to look for
ways to become more competitive.
Outsourcing provides this opportunity - by
allowing businesses to:
- Better utilise internal resources
- Increase responsiveness to customer needs
- Decrease financial risks by reducing capital
investments
- Shorten product cycle times
Q. Are there any risks when outsourcing?
A. There are always limited risks in any
business enterprise - some to be aware of are that by outsourcing the same tasks
you may suffer a loss of skills and expertise in those areas. Confidentiality
could be a problem when outsourcing sensitive tasks and costs could escalate if
projects were not carefully monitored.
You can also utilise management
software and programs to minimise risks.
Q. How can these risks be minimised?
A. You can minimise all inherent risks by
carefully choosing your provider. Make sure you clarify all your goals and
expectations from the outset, and insist on obtaining a confidentiality
agreement if you're at all concerned about security.
By developing a strong partnership with your
supplier you overcome all known risks.
Q. Where can I find competent staff?
A. Find the talent you need today and save 25%. Post your job on Yahoo! HotJobs.
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