MBA Dissertation written on the theories behind Outsourcing Ref: busman0005 There is evidence that a firm’s organisational model to maximise the use and benefits from Information Technology (IT) varies across business sectors. Each model will have an impact on overall organisational effectiveness and the delivery of core competence to the market. A review of two Divisions within of the Co-operative Group suggests that information technology has great potential to improve the financial performance of these Divisions and offer synergies across the Group as a whole. A study of academic and business literature highlights that whilst a number of organisations have insourced their IT delivery and others may adapt total outsourcing, most organisations adopt a selective approach to IT outsourcing. There are risks with both extremes; keeping everything in-house can be expensive and inflexible, while going outside can involve unanticipated overhead costs. Evidence presented shows that cost reduction, efficiency and improved service continue to drive many sourcing initiatives. Includes full questionnaire Referenced throughout Many models used 90% grade - 87 pages 1: Abstract 2: Introduction 3: Research Method 4: Evolution of IS/IT within Organisations 5: Organisational Structure - Outsource or Insource? Outsourcing Total Outsourcing Selective Outsourcing Transitional Outsourcing Off shore Outsourcing Mutual Value Outsourcing Application Service Provider Analysis Insourcing Analysis Conclusions from Research 6: Case Study Introduction Commercial Division Commercial Division IT/IS IT/IS Design Principles Organisational Design Internal IS Function Mission Architecture Outsourced Service Providers Co-operative Bank Organisational Design Managed Services Organisation Strategic Actions Service Delivery Summary 7: Comparative Analysis 8: Key Findings & Conclusion References Appendix How To Order 1. Select reference number busman0005 from the dropdown list 2. Click the PayPal button 3. Follow the on screen instructions and submit your credit or debit card payment 4. We will email your chosen dissertation in PDF format within 24 hours via study-aids.co.uk
