One of the hot topics in technology management is the subject of "outsourcing" often used as a synomyn for "off-shoring". They are NOT the same. However, the topic is a hot one because of its political, economic, and emotional factors. However, from a strategic standpoint, outsourcing (functions that are NOT one of our core competencies) is a highly viable and hugely effective strategic option. The article, "How to Be an Outsourcing Virtuoso" has a number of ideas worthy of discussion, especially after reading "The World is Flat".
What do you think of Outsourcing as a strategic option?
What elements of a "technology strategy" would we consider for outsourcing?
What elements of a "technology strategy" would you NOT consider? Why?
Gene A. Wright
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I think taht outsourcing of certain fuctions is a good idea. you can have a lot of talent within a group of employees, but they can only bee good at so many things. There are always going to be other areas where they are either novices, or just not familiar at all. With outsourcing, it allows for a company to get what they need from the experts in the field. It works well when you need something designed that you don't really care how it gets made or how it internally works, and all you care about is that you can use it.
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