Author: Tommie PopeDespite the impact of the global recession that corporations are still facing today, this new year brings forth a new wave of anticipation for firms willing to outsource and those that expect a higher BPO demand. A lot of states are joining the BPO bandwagon, and purchasers decide to outsource for reasons beyond savings. At the commencement of 2010, it is fascinating to figure out and envision the different factors that may set...more
Author: Alex HuntPayroll is one of the basic services that chartered accountants can provide their clients. After all, why struggle with the hassle and complexities of understanding and processing a payroll - when somebody else can do it for you - probably cheaper than you think! Think of all that complex legislation, that changes frequently, issues like attachment of earnings orders, sick pay or maternity pay - with the increasing burden of...more
Author: James LeeStructural steel provides necessary strength to the structure components within building, bridges, skyscrapers and other commercial structures. Quality, precision, reliable and effective design of the steel components is of the supreme importance. Hence, choosing the right subcontractor for the steel fabrication services requires much attention and investigation. At the same time, outsourcing is becoming more profitable option to meet tight budget constraints and early turn around time. With so many companies across the globe offering structural steel fabrication services, it is a difficult job to dot on one country which can serve as the best source of suitable steel fabrication contractors.China and India are the primary low cost countries providing large numbers of structural steel fabrication infrastructure. Each country offers very unique experiences when dealing in services related to structural steel fabrication. The professional approach, business norms and skilled labor pool of each country must be taken into consideration when choosing a structural steel subcontractor. If you do not want your steel fabrication designs to be copied, you should not...more
Author: William LundWe outsourced our pump manufacturing to China, due to our inability to find a manufacture in the US that could provide us the pumps at a price we could make a profit with. It’s not such an easy process. Good communications are critical, and so if you have to deal with a very small Chinese manufacturer you need a good...more
Author: Jonathan TaylorOne of the biggest mistakes most small business owners make is spending too much time working in their business instead of on their business. Michael Gerber, author of The E-Myth, correctly stated "Most entrepreneurs are merely technicians with an entrepreneurial seizure". They get stuck doing daily activities or what I call...more