BRICs and the Next 11: Offshoring Prospects to Watch
[ Source: Accelerance, Inc. ]
April 2008-
With high economic growth expected in the future, the BRIC (Brazil, Russia, India and China) countries offer offshoring potential, but they are not alone.
Business Process And IT Outsourcing: Big Companies, Big Deals
[ Source: Accenture ]
January 2008-
In this white paper the author talks about business process and IT outsourcing with big companies. It describes how a global industry has emerged based upon Indian companies and the worldwide expansion of US-based multinationals that contract for services in dozens of locations, in virtually all time zones. The paper provides a brief synopsis that attempts to cover the motivations behind these trends, how large companies do it, why they do it, and the legacies ...
Six Myths About Cloud Computing
[ Source: Advanced Systems Group ]
November 2009-
When it comes to technology these days, the cloud is the place to be. Cloud computing has emerged as a hot trend, right alongside virtualization and service-oriented architecture (SOA). Vendors are racing to cash in.
As a result, market misinformation abounds, creating confusion among organizations that might otherwise benefit from the new technology. And as with any emerging technology, much remains in flux. Standards are still evolving, prices and pricing models vary widely, ...
Cost Basis Reporting: Preparing for the New Reporting Requirement
[ Source: Advent Software ]
June 2010-
Cost basis reporting will have firm-wide impact, from operations to client relations. It will require clear coordination and alignment among advisors, brokers and custodians, not to mention with investors and their tax advisors. And, as with any new regulation, it will carry costs in both systems and staffing. Understanding the impact and preparing for it will help make those challenges and costs manageable.
Outsourcing 2010: What Are Your Competitors Buying?
[ Source: Alsbridge, Inc. ]
July 2010-
As the economic slump begins shifting slowly in a positive direction, it is vitally important for potential outsourcing and shared services clients to understand trends in the industry and the factors that impact service offerings, contract structure and of course, pricing.
This White Paper answers some of you most burning questions about the outsourcing market including:
Where does the current path lead for the outsourcing market?
What is on the horizon for the next few ...
Strategy For Increasing Exports Of BPO
[ Source: BearingPoint ]
January 2008-
This paper and the strategy are based on the objective realities of the local environment. It not only points out the strengths but also the weaknesses and, as such, it is advisable not to release the entire report to the public. It is also emphasized that the any strategy would not be able to produce instant results as persistent and consistent efforts are needed over a time frame of 1-2 years in both the education ...
USBA Replaces Life Insurance System, Launches New Products with CSC
[ Source: CSC ]
August 2007-
The Uniformed Services Benefit Association (USBA) wanted to outsource management of its extended insurance systems and launch new specialty insurance products. CSC converted USBA’s products to CSC’s system. USBA offers a variety of affordable term and whole life products with single, joint and family coverages that are ideal for highly mobile members of the service, many of whom are starting families. USBA’s Generation 3 plan, for example, blends whole life, decreasing term, and ...
Transformational Outsourcing: From BPO To BPT
[ Source: Capgemini ]
January 2008-
Outsourcing is a well-marked path to efficiency and major cost-savings. But many CEOs are looking for ways to drive benefits beyond cost issues to transform overall corporate performance, competitiveness, and shareholder value from ordinary to exceptional. This Paper by Capgemini focuses on Business Process Transformation (BPT) as a potential answer. BPT bundles technology capability, transformation skills and operating skills into an attractive and affordable commercial package. BPT is fulfilling the dynamic business needs many firms ...
Passing the Test for Better Software & Lower Costs
[ Source: Capgemini ]
November 2009-
Commit to a formalized, testing discipline that lowers cost and time-to-market. Obtain a proven testing framework that will work for your company. Download this whitepaper now.
A Savvy Technique for Getting Software Right the First Time
[ Source: Capgemini ]
November 2009-
Get the speed to succeed. Obtain a design centered approach that can help companies cut software development costs, solve complex problems, and accelerate development. This whitepaper discusses the role of Rapid Design and Visualization in bridging technology gaps - and accelerating innovation and technology adoption.