Companies Considering Offshoring Must Carefully Weigh Risks Vs. Rewards

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Most experts see no end in sight to the offshoring trend, as growing numbers of companies seek the cost savings and competitive advantage offshoring promises. But with an estimated half of all offshoring operations destined to fall short of expectations, companies are under increasing pressure to calculate the risks - not merely the rewards - that offshoring entails, according to a report released today by The Conference Board. The report, Thinking Offshoring Through: A Framework for Decision Makers, reveals that unless corporate leaders address the full spectrum of offshoring challenges, underperformance will only grow - and the impact on corporate operations will be significant. more...