Outsourcing IT, without losing your job

IT World
In an ongoing drive to reduce capital expenditures, corporate executives continue to consider outsourcing as a way to pare IT costs and focus on projects that are most directly linked to business goals. Experienced executives agree that outsourcing almost always sows uncertainty in internal personnel. It can result in layoffs and budget reductions among IT middle managers. The silver lining for IT managers is that there are opportunities for those who are prepared to embrace change and help their companies face the challenges of dealing with outsourcers - whether those external providers are in Bangalore or Boston. more...