Detail The Pros and Cons of It Outsourcing   Oleh:  Lordi, Frank C. ; Antonucci, Yvonne Lederer ; Tucker III, James J. Jenis: Article from Bulletin/Magazine Dalam koleksi: Journal of Accountancy vol. 185 no. 6 (1998), page 26-32. Topik: outsourcing; pros; cons; outsourcing Ketersediaan Perpustakaan Pusat (Semanggi) Nomor Panggil: JJ85.5 Non-tandon: 1 (dapat dipinjam: 0) Tandon: tidak ada     Lihat Detail Induk Isi artikel As companies rely more on information technology (IT) to conduct businessfor example, accessing large market research databases to find new customers and using the Internet as a store front IT development and maintenance costs have exploded. It is easy to understand, therefore why companies consider transferring IT assets, leases and staff to third - party vendors that promise savings without losing ground to the competition. In one of the largest U. S. outsourcing ventures, DuPont hired Computer Science Corp. (CSC) and Andersen Consulting for $4 billion over a 10 - year period to develop and manage its IT. Other landmark IT deals include Xeroxs $3 billion deal with EDS and the McDonnell Douglas $3 billion deal with ISSC. But this is not simply a big company trend. Smaller companies also are taking advantage of outsourcings benefits, often contracting out portions of their IT to industry - specific consultants or facilities management companies. For example, short- term contract specialists, such as Users Inc., cater to the credit union industry. Smaller companies also outsource IT maintenance functions, such as help desk and training departments. CPA s in public practice and industry, heavy IT users, are increasingly involved in the design, control and operation of information systems for their clients and companies. Therefore, they have to stay on top of these outsourcing trends. However, it is crucial that they stop and reflect on several important questions before they recommend that their companies or clients hire third - party vendors : What problems will outsourcing solve ? Will a vendor really save them money ? What are the risks ? Whether you are an IT outsourcing expert or simply considering the option for your client or company, you will benefit from this look at the pros and cons of IT outsourcing. Opini Anda Klik untuk menuliskan opini Anda tentang koleksi ini! Kembali

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