Information Systems Outsourcing; Myths, Metaphors, and Realities

  • Authors:
  • Mary Celia Lacity;Rudy A. Hirschheim

  • Affiliations:
  • -;-

  • Venue:
  • Information Systems Outsourcing; Myths, Metaphors, and Realities
  • Year:
  • 1993

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Abstract

From the Publisher:The outsourcing revolution is underway as increasing numbers of major corporations transfer their information systems (IS) assets, leases and staff to third-party vendors. In-depth interviews with individuals from 13 different companies who have gone through formal IS outsourcing reveal insights about the intentions, motivations and consequences of this rapidly growing area. Includes step-by-step instructions to negotiate a successful vendor contract.