Outsourcing 101
January 24, 2012
Even though the concept of outsourcing has been around for years, its implementation is often incorrect and misled.
Outsourcing is not about having jobs done by others.
Outsourcing is about having the best talent and resource to do some tasks, so you can concentrate on more strategic ones.
The difference is quite obvious. Strategic tasks will make your business grow, therefore they are very important. You wouldn’t want to be bothered by routine tasks that you can outsource to third parties. However, if you select those parties carelessly, you may jeopardize your business entirely. If you outsource tasks to experts, your productivity will be greatly improved.
If you’re new to outsourcing, here are a few tips.
Determine which task is strategic and which one is not. The non-strategic tasks must be outsourced. You should research to find the third parties with the best talents and resources. You should avoid being cheap. Know that you’ll get what you pay for. You can do trials to see your results. If your third parties are doing unsatisfactory work, fire them. You can use media to attract third parties. “Help Needed” ads can also help. Outsource that copywriting task, too. Concentrate on the strategic tasks so you can make your business improve. once you find the right way, find the best talents and resources to do it.
Later on, you’ll know the difference between outsourcing and out tasking. With out tasking, you let third parties do your tasks without considering their talent or capabilities. They just do what must be done. Sure, you get your tasks done. But they won’t improve your productivity.
One thing you should understand about strategic thinking. Thinking strategically is about finding any possible ways to win. So, your strategic tasks are activities in finding ways to win. Once you find the way, find the best talent and resources to do it and make it happen. Now that’s outsourcing.
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