Discussion: In Finland, Microtask has designed a game called Digitalkoot (digital volunteers) that combines gamification (the use of game-play mechanics for practical applications) and crowdsourcing (applying a competitive game-like setting to any non-game business model to create loyalty, increase value of the client or generate new ideas) in order to convert old information into e-archives…. Read more »
Posts Categorized: Outsourcing
Cloud computing good for business
Discussion: The internet is not only being used as a network to get information from one place to another, but is now also a place to build and store data as well. These “clouds” of data are accessible by individuals and businesses alike, from any location. Software, servers, and IT Departments can now be outsourced… Read more »
Cnet News – Perspective: The Hidden Risk in Outsourcing Overseas
Description: Cnet News article related to the hidden risks of outsourcing & especially to overseas locations. The article focuses thought around the potential loss of intellectual property in outsource arrangements. Students should be guided to think critically about this risk & ways to minimize it, if that… Read more »
BPO – What is Business Process Outsourcing?
Description: General purpose of outsourcing is to increase efficiency, reduce costs & to acquire innovative capabilities quickly-by buying the capabilities instead of developing them. Outsourcing can be a source of strategic advantage. It can be a disadvantage if cost begins to spiral upward. Source: Sourcingmag.com Link: http://www.sourcingmag.com/content/what_is_bpo.asp Discussion Questions: Describe what is meant by the “lean… Read more »
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