This article discusses the risks and opportunities related to outsourcing software development to China. It concludes that China, as an outsourcing destination, has different risk exposures in comparison with India. However, going to China may also bring opportunities considering the pressure of further cost reduction that North Americans are facing and the booming domestic demands of the Chinese market.
Distinctions and Benefits of Strategic Sourcing P.J. Jakovljevic
Strategic sourcing involves ongoing relationships, which creates the opportunity for mutually beneficial collaboration between the buyer and the suppliers. This can result in improved profitability throughout the entire… Read Article…
A Semi–open Source Vendor Discusses Market Trends P.J. Jakovljevic
A response to trends in the open source software market comes this time from relative newcomer provider xTuple. This vendor’s footprint isn’t entirely in the open source door, however, with OpenMFG, its commercially… Read Article…
Human Resources for Small to Medium Businesses Jeff Spitzer
When small to medium businesses shop around for a human resources (HR) solution, their main considerations are whether to go for a hosted or non-hosted solution, or to simply outsource HR functions altogether. It’s… Read Article…
Human Resources for Small to Medium Businesses Jeff Spitzer
When small to medium businesses shop around for a human resources (HR) solution, their main considerations are whether to go for a hosted or non-hosted solution, or to simply outsource HR functions altogether. It’s… Read Article…
The Challenges that Remain for One Aspiring Global Sourcing Vendor P.J. Jakovljevic
In the long term, Eqos’s current stature and means may not be enough to maintain its competitive position against current and potential competitors, especially those with significantly greater financial resources, name… Read Article…
Zooming into the Clothing Retailer Conundrum P.J. Jakovljevic
If retailers in the vertical market of fashion apparel do not constantly refresh their presentation and assortment for consumers, they run the risk of being overtaken by their competition, regardless of how… Read Article…
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