“Coaching” the critical Leadership Component to Operational Success

Operational excellence is only achieved with an honest focus on improving individual performance As spring begins it is time to take an honest look in the mirror. The second half of the year is rapidly approaching, and it is the perfect time to pause and reflect on the beginning of 2013, and lay the groundwork […]

Twelve Best Practices to Create a World-Class Outsourcing Case

You’ve been in this meeting, haven’t you? Outsourcing options are on the table and everyone’s got concerns. The chief information officer already has too much to do and not enough people. Finance doesn’t see enough savings. Sales wants differentiators. Risk and compliance people chime in about service levels, reporting and penalties. It doesn’t help when, […]

Immigration Legislation Boosts Interest in Nearshoring

If it becomes law in its present form, the Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act, which includes the H1-B and L-1 Visa Reform Act of 2013, is likely to increase opportunity for nearshore outsourcing providers in Mexico, according to analysts. “There will be a huge uptick in exploring Mexico,” says Frances Karamouzis, vice […]