Abstract
Overview
Introduction
Manufacturers are looking to multiple technology areas to assist their
operational and horizontal outsourcing strategies. For operational
outsourcing, control of key data and processes needs to be retained.
Horizontal outsourcing on the other hand requires strong service level
agreements and a smooth transition. This brief highlights two approaches (PLM
and BPO) that support manufacturers.
Scope
- This brief covers product lifecycle management (PLM) as a technology that
can support operational outsourcing for manufacturers.
- Business process outsourcing (BPO) is discussed within this brief and is
followed by a detailed market assessment.
Report Highlights
For manufacturers to effectively outsource all or part of their operations,
the management of data and intellectual property is a major issue. If
manufacturers wish to outsource some or all of their production, efficient
communication and data transfer is required.
Reasons to Purchase
- See how PLM technology can support operational outsourcing within the
manufacturing industry.
- Understand how BPO services can benefit manufacturers, and the structure
that such agreements can take.
- Assess the size of the global BPO market within the manufacturing industry
across four key BPO segments.