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by Mark Kobayashi-Hillary (Author) "It is almost impossible to describe India in words alone..." (more)
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"This second edition has been completely revised the publisher claim, with up-to-date information on the latest state of development in the country. a ] this book still offers valuable information about the IT-enabled service industries in this continent. The current second edition is a useful text for anyone who is looking to the future for involvement with a country that is already making its mark in IT and offers potentially not only a flourishing market but also growing pool of IT workers." (W. R. Howard, Kybernetes, Vol. 37 (1), 2008)

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A day does not pass without a newspaper report about yet another company that has started outsourcing technology or other business processes to India. The Senate recently voted 70 to 26 in favor of preventing federal contracts going offshore, yet US managers continue to beat a path to India because it is the global leader for offshore IT-enabled services. Many CEOs seek to reduce their costs or improve service quality, but not many understand India on their first visit and some are confused by the culture. In this book author Mark Kobayashi-Hillary introduces India and the major players in the Indian service industry. He offers a balanced view on the trend to outsource to India, describing the reasons why a business should utilize India as an offshore outsourcing destination and the steps needed to find and work with a local partner. Not only does the book make a compelling economic case for outsourcing to this region, it also discusses how to manage the entire transition process, including the potential impact on local resources. Mark Kobayashi-Hillary is a British writer and independent outsourcing consultant based in London. He has worked at a senior level for several leading banking and technology groups and has been involved in managing outsourced relationships in the UK, Singapore and India. He is a regular commentator on India and outsourcing in the European press. Outsourcing To India is written from personal experience and several years of research. This practical guide will help managers navigate through the offshore outsourcing maze, allowing them to avoid many of the major pitfalls others have faced when setting up shop in India.

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  • Hardcover: 321 pages
  • Publisher: Springer; 2nd edition (April 19, 2005)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 354023943X
  • ISBN-13: 978-3540239437
  • Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.4 x 0.9 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
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5.0 out of 5 stars Essential read for companies planning outsourcing, September 13, 2004
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Not many books have been written on this subject yet, although it is becoming ever more important to companies in the West seeking to outsource work to cut costs and improve flexibility.

This book helped me enormously to understand the challenges and problems I was likely to encounter. I would recommend it to anyone who is starting to look at India.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Outsourcing to India, September 13, 2004
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I have read other books on this subject which are boring and content-free. This book is very readable and gives an excellent insight into where and how to take your BPO project, the issues you are likely to encounter, and into building the relationships to make an outsource project work.

There is something for everyone involved in outsourcing in this book.
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4.0 out of 5 stars A Good Read ! , February 23, 2005
This review is from: Outsourcing to India (Hardcover)
This book has several notable strengths. Author Mark Kobayashi-Hillary, an outsourcing consultant, combines detailed information about India with in-depth knowledge of outsourcing markets, processes and methods. He provides an overview of India and a profile of India's outsourcing industry, including the major players in a rapidly changing marketplace, important aspects of cultural awareness and thoughts on how to organize your outsourcing endeavor, including vendor selection and contract provisions. At times, the organizational structure of the book is somewhat disorienting, shifting focus from travel guide to outsourcing primer to nuts-and-bolts analysis of India's outsourcing market and how best to capitalize on it. Occasionally the narrative flow is a bit mechanical, but who really cares? If your company is considering or already has a major investment in offshore outsourcing in India, this book is an outright must read. Despite its structural flaws, we strongly recommend its authoritative blend of practical business, legal and cultural advice.
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3.0 out of 5 stars Detailed, but one-sided
This book is a detailed guide on what to consider when you are thinking of outsourcing to India, but it might leave you with unanswered questions. Read more
Published 22 months ago by M. Fischer

1.0 out of 5 stars You get what you pay for
Sad but true. I read this book when we were first considering outsourcing. It sounded like a dream come true - cheap, compliant labor at bargain rates. Read more
Published on December 1, 2004 by businesscomes1st

5.0 out of 5 stars Outsourcing to India
A well written and easily digestible book that I would recommend to anyone interested in this field.
Published on September 13, 2004 by Sean cook

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"Outsourcing to India" is perfect for all people from the west planning on doing business in India. The broad coverage of the book ensures you learn about the softer and more... Read more
Published on September 13, 2004 by Tim Bond

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