CIO.com - Outsourcing

Bucking the Outsourcing Trend

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Conventional wisdom has it that outsourcing improves efficiency. And that outsourced functions should stay out. VST Industries didn't listen and is now reaping the benefits.

Outsourcing Prospects for Non-Voice BPOs Good in '09

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Business prospects in 2009 for non-voice providers of business process outsourcing (BPO) services are good to outstanding, according to respondents participating in an industry survey.

Offshore Outsourcing: India Optimistic Despite Global Financial Crisis

Thu, 20 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Though financial crisis is impacting all sectors, the U.S. will continue to outsource projects to India, officials maintain.

How to Prioritize IT Spending During an Economic Recession

Chris Howard — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Tips for IT cost-cutting--both big and small--including outsourcing, staffing, consolidation of data centers and storage and server virtualization.

GM's Visual Modeling, Outsourcers in India after Obama's Win, Green IT and More

Tue, 18 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

This issue of Trendlines from the 12/1/08 Issue of CIO Magazine covers GM's Visual Modeling, Outsourcers in India after Obama's Win, Green IT and More

How to Choose the Right IT Outsourcing Provider

Mon, 17 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Selecting an outsourcing provider can be difficult, but these project management tips will help you pick the right vendor to meet your current and future needs, and ensure the success of your project.

8 Reasons Tech Will Survive the Economic Recession

Thu, 13 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

A bad economy and reduced tech spending will bring hard times for the IT industry, but most experts predict a recovery by 2010. Here's why tech won't die in the recession.

Offshore Outsourcing: A Risk Management Perspective

Thu, 13 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Offshore service providers help IT departments cut costs and tap into specialized skills, however, security risks abound and regulatory compliance remains a factor as well.

Will the U.S. Recession Mean the End of Offshore Outsourcing?

Thu, 13 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

The premise behind offshore outsourcing is saving money by offloading low-value jobs that require fewer skills and focusing on more innovative work. However, the economic recession in the U.S., and President-elect Barack Obama's tax incentive plan, will change the economics of some business process outsourcing areas. Could offshoring go the way of the dinosaur?

Are Your Information Security Choices Helping or Hindering Your Brand Reputation?

Ashley Laurel Wilson — Fri, 07 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

An increasing number of organizations are acknowledging the link between information security and brand reputation, according the Ernst & Young 2008 Global Information Security Survey.

Vendor Negotiations: 5 Cost Cutting Tips

Jon Brodkin — Thu, 06 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Economic recession and its anticipated budget cuts drive need to save money wherever you can. These tips will help you negotiate and renegotiate vendor contracts and lower your costs.

Offshore Outsourcing: Quantifying ROI

Arpit Kaushik — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Cost, quality and time are the typical parameters used to define success of an offshore outsourcing project; however, there are three critical—but often ignored—criteria that will help you measure actual ROI.

Offshore Outsourcing: Kenya Shows Promise

Stephanie Overby — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

When examining offshore outsourcing options, Kenya shows a lot of promise for cost savings, however, it has seen its IT services potential slowed by political instability and infrastructure improvement delays. When will this alternative to India and China be viable?

Recession Worries? Open Source Software Is a Great Way to Cut Costs

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 04:00:00 GMT

IT budget slashed again? If you need to cut costs, open-source software can save you a bundle--and it's likely a better application than the proprietary equivalents.

H-1B Visa Applications to Be Changed After Fraud Report

Patrick Thibodeau — Mon, 13 Oct 2008 04:00:00 GMT

USCIS weighs H-1B visa reforms after finding fraud, 'technical violations' in 21 percent of reviewed cases.