Stages in the outsourcing process
When you are thinking of outsourcing your business processes, consider and act on the following.
1. Define your objectives.
2. Decide on the processes that can be efficiently outsourced.
3. Evaluate the pros and cons.
4. Check the legal position.
5. Assess the degree of dependence on private contractors: is this acceptable to you?
6. Seek advice on drawing up a tender document and an outsourcing contract.
7. Put your outsourcing decision through a post-implementation audit.