Know the ins and outs
13 September 2012
Many organisations now use contractors to carry out non-core activities. But, says Cedric Spiller, the expected benefits may not materialise unless great care is taken over outsourcing
Outsourcing is a fashionable topic that attracts differing opinions. While many see it as a benefit, others regard it with suspicion and believe it can lead to much grief. Outsourcing first came about with the development of facilities management, when companies were examining their activities and deciding to concentrate their resources on core activities. One of...