DocumentCode
1528289
Title
The ins and outs of IT outsourcing
Author
Goth, C.
Volume
1
Issue
1
fYear
1999
Firstpage
11
Lastpage
14
Abstract
Many IT managers are struggling with the question of whether and how to outsource various functions. Businesses of all sizes are seriously considering shifting some IT assets to a third party. In today´s fast-paced IT environment, technology and skill sets change very quickly. In reality, IT managers have no choice but to prepare for a future that includes outsourcing. IT staff have long been pressured to cut costs. But now, they´re also expected to discover new revenue streams. To meet these bottom-line objectives, IT managers must deal with change, manage complexity, and find skilled workers. That´s where outsourcing is seen to greatly improve the efficiency of an IT operation
Keywords
DP management; human resource management; management of change; outsourcing; personnel; IT assets; IT management; IT outsourcing; IT staff; businesses; change management; complexity management; skilled workers; Communication system control; Companies; Costs; Economic forecasting; Information analysis; Internet telephony; Moon; Outsourcing; Product development; US Department of Transportation;
fLanguage
English
Journal_Title
IT Professional
Publisher
ieee
ISSN
1520-9202
Type
jour
DOI
10.1109/6294.774789
Filename
774789
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