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Outsourcing
C/B/2215. Presentation. Positive and Negative Sides of Outsourcing
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- 0
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- 5 slides
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- 2010
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- 9.99 GBP
The paper offers a 5-slide presentation of the research into the positive and negative aspects of outsourcing highlighting the advantages and disadvantages of outsourcing, and presenting examples of bad and good outsourcing behaviours in French companies.
KEYWORDS: Presentation, Outsourcing,
C/B/2160. Outsourcing through strategic alliances is one of the methods used to reduce costs within organisations. Therefore, outsourcing provides shareholders with an opportunity to receive increased returns. Discuss
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- 2500
- DATE:
- 2010
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- 29.99 GBP
The paper takes a theoretical insight into the business strategy of outsourcing discussing the motivations and impacts of outsourcing with regard to two functions, i.e. human resource (HR) outsourcing and information systems (IS) outsourcing. The advantages and disadvantages of outsourcing are identified, outsourcing through strategic alliance is discussed.
KEYWORDS: Outsourcing, human resource outsourcing, information systems outsourcing, strategic alliance,
C/B/2083. Proposal. Pros and Cons of IT/IS outsourcing
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- 1150
- DATE:
- 2009
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- 19.99 GBP
The paper proposes research into the advantages and disadvantages of business process outsourcing (BPO) with the focus on outsourcing information technology (IT) and information systems (IS). Research objectives are formulated, the timescale of the work is outlined, legal, social and ethical issues of the proposed research are addressed.
KEYWORDS: Proposal, IS/IT outsourcing, information systems, business process,
C/B/2078. Dissertation. HR outsourcing in UK financial institution
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- 19800
- DATE:
- 2009
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- 199.99 GBP
The dissertation looks at the contemporary business challenges of operating in a highly competitive environment arguing the importance of human resources (HR) as a source of successful business performance and examining the features of personnel HR outsourcing in the UK financial industry. The review of literature touches on the theory and policies of HRM including the factors that stimulate employees’ creativity, the issues of recruitment and selections, the importance of training and development, the rationale for outsourcing, outsourcing methods, positive and negative impacts of outsourcing, etc. The research uses positivist interpretivist philosophy applying grounded theory to a case study of UBS, Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) and Abbey National Bank, drawing on secondary data. Conclusions are made about the contribution of HR outsourcing to the successful operations of the studied financial organisations.
KEYWORDS: Dissertation, Resource Based View, human resource, HR outsourcing, UBS, Royal Bank of Scotland, RBS, Abbey National Bank,
C/B/2033. Advantages and Disadvantages of Outsourcing Business Functions
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- 2100
- DATE:
- 2009
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- 29.99 GBP
The paper examines the concept of business outsourcing reviewing its history, explaining the concerns behind the outsourcing of business operations to third parties, outlining the benefits and drawbacks of outsourcing, and discussing the factors that have recently made outsourcing of business processes a popular trend.
KEYWORDS: Business Outsourcing, Competitive Advantage, Hidden Costs and Risks,
C/B/1793. Pros and cons of software development outsourcing: case study of iRegulatory
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- 1400
- DATE:
- 2009
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- 19.99 GBP
The paper examines the advantages and disadvantages of in-house development as opposed to a contracted out “offshore” development using a case study of software outsourcing option for the pharmaceutical company iRegulatory. The issues of control over the offshore development project are addressed. Recommendations are suggested about effective offshore outsourcing strategies.
KEYWORDS: iRegulatory, outsourcing, in-house, software development, offshore,
C/B/1682. Outsourcing of Information Technology Function
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- 3200
- DATE:
- 2009
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- 39.99 GBP
The paper examines theoretical approaches to the outsourcing of information technology (IT) function reviewing three articles on the risks and challenges of the outsourcing contract, and discussing the risks dependent on the client and on the vendor. Recommendations are suggested for Information System Managers about the completion of contract and resultant cost efficiency.
KEYWORDS: Outsourcing, Information Technology, risk, contract,
C/B/1549. Dissertation. Outsourcing of IT/IS Function
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- 13400
- DATE:
- 2009
- PRICE:
- 139.99 GBP
The dissertation investigates the issues of Information Technology (IT) and Information Systems (IS) outsourcing discussing the rationale for the outsourcing of non-core activities, i.e. call centers, accounting divisions and human resources function, examining the benefits and risks of outsourcing for the company and formulating hypotheses related to the key issues of IT/IS outsourcing. The review of literature touches on the role and features of IS outsourcing in business, the challenges and dilemmas of outsourcing, the practice of setting up call centers in India, the features of offshore outsourcing, etc. The methods of research include analysis of secondary sources and primary data obtained through a questionnaire distributed among the employees of 60 organisations. Conclusions are made about the difficulties posed by cultural differences and the lack of clarity with regard to service standards. Recommendations are suggested about the best practices to ensure the success of IT/IS outsourcing.
KEYWORDS: Dissertation, Outsourcing, offshore, Information Systems, IS, Supplier Relationships, Information technology, IT, call centres, accounting divisions, India, non-core activities,
C/B/1555. IT outsourcing
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- 2100
- DATE:
- 2009
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- 29.99 GBP
The paper critically reviews the process of informational technology (IT) outsourcing addressing the issues related to IT outsourcing, highlighting the benefits and disadvantages of outsourcing, and analysing a real life examples of IT outsourcing failure and success.
KEYWORDS: IT Outsourcing, Globalisation,
C/B/1585. Outsourcing: advantages, disadvantages and best practices
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- 2500
- DATE:
- 2009
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- 29.99 GBP
The paper addresses the issues of outsourcing discussing its advantages and disadvantages and making reference to the extensive use of outsourcing by Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) the operating in the telecommunications industry. Recommendations are presented about best practices and strategies of outsourcing.
KEYWORDS: Outsourcing, telecom company, relationship management,
C/B/1637. Outsourcing: purposes, challenges and impacts
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- 1100
- DATE:
- 2009
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- 19.99 GBP
The paper looks at the concept of outsourcing exploring the reasons behind IT (information technology) outsourcing, identifying potential problems associated with outsourcing, and examining the impacts of outsourcing on the economies of the host nations.
KEYWORDS: Outsourcing, IT, information technology,
C/B/1132. Outsourcing customer service to India
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- 3100
- DATE:
- 2008
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- 39.99 GBP
The paper reports on a utilities organisation that is looking at the option of outsourcing their customer service to a call centre in India considering possible redundancies, the Trade Union involvement, and their role in communication. Financial savings are estimated making conclusions about the need of a full feasibility study before any decision is made. Examples are provided of organisations that have successfully transferred their operations off shore.
KEYWORDS: Outsourcing, call centre, India, HR, Communication, Culture,
C/B/1193. Dissertation. Importance of Supplier Relationship in Outsourcing Process
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- 10700
- DATE:
- 2008
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- 109.99 GBP
The dissertation examines the importance of supplier relationship in the outsourcing of information systems (IS) by organisations. The review of literature touches on the concepts of globalization, the function of outsourcing, relationship management, supplier relationship, the role of IS in modern business, etc. Qualitative and quantitative research is conducted using the primary data collected through interviews and questionnaires distributed in the organisations that have outsourced their internal operations to India and China. Conclusions are made about the strategies that an organisation needs to undertake in the outsourcing process in order to maintain a strong relationship with their suppliers and minimize the risks of outsourcing the IT function.
KEYWORDS: Dissertation, outsourcing, supplier relationship, IT, information systems, relationsh,
C/B/1341. Critical Analysis of Outsourcing at BP South America
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- 1600
- DATE:
- 2008
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- 19.99 GBP
The paper examines the BP outsourcing of their accounting function in South America to PricewaterhouseCoopers. A brief description of the company is given, the types of outsourcing are described, critical analysis of the outsourcing is conducted.
KEYWORDS: Outsourcing, business process, BP, British Petroleum,
C/B/868. Dissertation. Outsourcing
- WORDS:
- 10000
- DATE:
- 2008
- PRICE:
- 109.99 GBP
This dissertation examined the motivations, advantages and disadvantages surrounding the practice of outsourcing. In so doing, the dissertation highlighted how these motivations, advantages and disadvantages varied considerably depending on the type of outsourcing arrangement: out-tasking, functional sourcing, vertical sourcing, and integrating outsourcing. The research showed how the future of outsourcing lies mainly in the use of e-marketplaces. As such, primary research was conducted to examine how these e-marketplaces enable firms to engage in outsourcing. More specifically, the research examined the risks and rewards from using e-marketplaces as an outsourcing platform. In the literature review, each of the main types of outsourcing were identified and discussed in detail. The research approach adopted was then highlighted, in terms of the research philosophy adopted, case study approach used, and research methods employed. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used to identify some of the choices that firms face when engaging in outsourcing. From this research it was possible to identify how e-marketplaces minimised buyer's risks whilst increasing their potential rewards.
KEYWORDS: outsourcing, out-tasking, vertical sourcing, functional sourcing, integrating outsourc,
C/B/869. Dissertation + Proposal. Outsourcing
- WORDS:
- 10000
- DATE:
- 2008
- PRICE:
- 109.99 GBP
This dissertation examined the motivations, advantages and disadvantages surrounding the practice of outsourcing. In so doing, the dissertation highlighted how these motivations, advantages and disadvantages varied considerably depending on the type of outsourcing arrangement: out-tasking, functional sourcing, vertical sourcing, and integrating outsourcing. The research showed how the future of outsourcing lies mainly in the use of e-marketplaces. As such, primary research was conducted to examine how these e-marketplaces enable firms to engage in outsourcing. More specifically, the research examined the risks and rewards from using e-marketplaces as an outsourcing platform. In the literature review, each of the main types of outsourcing were identified and discussed in detail. The research approach adopted was then highlighted, in terms of the research philosophy adopted, case study approach used, and research methods employed. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used to identify some of the choices that firms face when engaging in outsourcing. From this research it was possible to identify how e-marketplaces minimised buyer's risks whilst increasing their potential rewards.
KEYWORDS: outsourcing, out-tasking, vertical sourcing, functional sourcing, integrating outsourc,
C/B/870. Proposal. Outsourcing
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- 1500
- DATE:
- 2008
- PRICE:
- 19.99 GBP
This proposal puts forward the case to examine the motivations, advantages and disadvantages surrounding the practice of outsourcing. In so doing, the dissertation proposal highlights how these motivations, advantages and disadvantages vary considerably depending on the type of outsourcing arrangement: out-tasking, functional sourcing, vertical sourcing, and integrating outsourcing. The proposal highlights how the future of outsourcing lies mainly in the use of e-marketplaces and suggests primary research methods to investigate how these e-marketplaces enable firms to engage in outsourcing whilst minimising their risk and maximising the potential benefits.
KEYWORDS: outsourcing, out-tasking, vertical sourcing, functional sourcing, integrating outsourc,
C/B/885. Application Service Providers
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- 1600
- DATE:
- 2008
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- 19.99 GBP
The paper examines the engine of Application Service Providers (ASP) as a form of IT outsourcing. The types of ASP and the services provided by ASP are identified including data security, document management, mobile software, etc. An alternative option of acquiring IT applications for in-house development known as the Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC) is described outlining the advantages of ASP.
KEYWORDS: IT, Application Service Providers, ASP, outsourcing, Systems Development Life Cycle,
S/B/407. Dissertation. Business process outsourcing in India: case study of IBM call centre
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- 16200
- DATE:
- 2008
- PRICE:
- 169.99 GBP
The dissertation examines the role of call centres in the Indian economy of today providing a review of literature on business process outsourcing (BPO) in India. A case study is conducted to identify the operations of an IBM call centre in Bangalore and evaluate its service quality. The research is based on the descriptive approach using secondary and primary data obtained from semi-structured interviews and questionnaires. Conclusions are made about the levels of customer service in the Indian IBM call centre. Recommendations are suggested about the ways to improve the competence of the organisation.
KEYWORDS: Dissertation, BPO, outsourcing, IBM, call centre, India,
S/B/408. International Outsourcing: Quality Control Issue at Bernard Matthews
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- 3900
- DATE:
- 2008
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- 39.99 GBP
The paper examines the concept of international outsourcing (IO) indicating the reasons behind outsourcing, the risks of IO, the importance of quality control in IO, etc. Best practices in IO quality control are reviewed. A case study is conducted of the UK turkey producer Bernard Matthews outsourcing their activities to Hungary. The problems with bird flu and other risks facing the company are discussed.
KEYWORDS: Outsourcing, quality control, bird flu, Bernard Matthews, Hungary,
S/B/431. Introduction to Outsourcing
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- 2700
- DATE:
- 2007
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- 29.99 GBP
The paper examines the impacts of outsourcing on multinational organisation and subcontractors. Definitions of outsourcing are provided, its advantages and disadvantages are identified, issues resulting from outsourcing are addressed with references to related academic literature.
KEYWORDS: Outsourcing, multinational, subcontractor,
C/B/574. Tata Motors hypothetical entry on UK market
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- 3400
- DATE:
- 2007
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- 39.99 GBP
The present analysis covers the hypothetical decision of Tata Motors to enter UK market. The analysis review the environmental factors (PEST), competitive landscape (Porter's five forces), and internal capabilities of Tata Motors (SWOT). On the basis of these findings the paper suggests marketing strategy which encompasses market entry choice and marketing mix approach.
KEYWORDS: Automotive industry, tata motors, market entry,
C/B/712. JP Morgan Chase Shifts IT Outsourcing into Reverse
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- 3000
- DATE:
- 2007
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- 39.99 GBP
In the first section the report would give an overview of the outsourcing deal between JP Morgan Chase and IBM and the reason behind its failure. The report is based on the analysis of the outsourcing attempt by a financial firm JP Morgan Chase with IBM which is a IS and IT services vendor. The major reason for the breakage of the outsourcing was a shift in the strategy of JP Morgan Chase which acquired another banking firm Bank One Corp. The second part of the report deals with the discussion on the post-merger systems integration of JP Morgan Chase and Bank One Corp. The first part of the report deals with the analysis of development of IT and IS systems according to the JP Morgan Chase's organisational structure and its business. The second part of the report gives an in-depth analysis of the post-merger systems integration that should be carried out between JP Morgan Chase and Bank One Corp. The report concludes with the recommendations from author based on the analysis of the situation and the empirical analysis by other researchers.
KEYWORDS: jp, morgan, chase, shifts, outsourcing, reverse,
C/B/752. Companies buy because they have to buy but it is increasingly recognized that the move that a company 'buys in' or 'outsources' increases the risk to its own independence, or the extent to which it is able to maintain ultimate control of its own
- WORDS:
- 2400
- DATE:
- 2007
- PRICE:
- 29.99 GBP
The paper examines the impacts of outsourcing on the competitive strength of a company offering a review of academic approaches to outsourcing and its functions in modern organisation. The challenges related to outsourcing are identified, its advantages are discussed in the context of a new approach to outsourcing.
KEYWORDS: Outsourcing, competitive advantage,
C/B/753. Does outsourcing increase the risk of losing control over the company's own destiny?
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- 2400
- DATE:
- 2007
- PRICE:
- 29.99 GBP
The paper examines the impacts of outsourcing on the competitive strength of a company offering a review of academic approaches to outsourcing and its functions in modern organisation. The challenges related to outsourcing are identified, its advantages are discussed in the context of a new approach to outsourcing.
KEYWORDS: Outsourcing, competitive advantage,
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