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OUTSOURCING THE IS FUNCTION
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Critical IssuesBusiness IntelligenceQuestion More CeosIndustrial OrganizationManagementGlobal StrategyDigital EconomyTechnology TransferInternational ManagementOutsourcing VendorsInter-firm CoordinationSupply Chain ManagementInformation ManagementStrategic ManagementMarketingInterorganizational RelationshipSupply ManagementThe Is FunctionSupplier RelationshipData OutsourcingOrganizational CommunicationAdvanced Information SystemBusinessStrategic SourcingBusiness StrategyTechnology
To outsource or not to outsource? That is the question more CEOs and ClOs are asking themselves today. Unfortunately, however, they are realizing there is no simple answer. This article examines the critical issues that an organization must address before making the decision to outsource all or part of its IS function and identifies the pros and cons of outsourcing. Strategies for building successful relationships with outsourcing vendors are also outlined.