Abstract
Overview
Introduction
Outsourcing within the manufacturing industry is a hot topic within multiple
different industries. As manufacturers look to cut costs, outsourcing appeals
to many, however there are multiple areas where they can begin. There are two
core types of outsourcing manufacturers are looking at: operational outsoucing
and traditional BPO.
Scope
- Looks at end-user data with respect to changing outsourcing strategies.
- Covers both operational outsourcing (production, product design and
logistics), along with traditional BPO (HR, financials, customer interaction).
Report Highlights
Overall, the rate of contract manufacturing is increasing throughout the
industry and vendors should be aware of how they can position their solutions
within this environment. Solutions such as PLM that can facilitate the input
of contract manufacturers in the design process will ensure that manufacturers
face less risk.
Reasons to Purchase
- Understand the intentions of manufacturers to change their outsourcing
activities within operational and traditional areas of outsourcing.
- Explore the implications for vendors of changing outsourcing strategies
within the manufacturing industry.