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
Link To Document :
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