Offshoring to India fails for some firms because they do not fully incorporate this activity into their other operations.
That is the view of Matthew Fernandez, director at new media and IT specialist Acuro, whose firm uses the CV-sifting skills of Indian staff to find candidates.
The bid was welcomed by attendees at Recruiter's regional forum on 30 November, sponsored by JPA and Key Managed Services..
Holden said the trend has grown as benefits packages have improved. "People know the jobs are there and there are attractive career options," Holden told Recruiter. "We think the trend could continue."
Eight in 10 senior managers say businesses are prejudiced against people who are very overweight, according to a survey by consultancy the Aziz Corporation. Seven in 10 say overweight people are seen to lack self-control and drive.