The Handbook of Global Outsourcing and Offshoring

Global sourcing is a complex area that managers must understand as outsourcing investment increases. This book provides guidance on the fundamentals of global sourcing, recent trends, and the impact of theory on practice. It is essential reading for academics, students, and practitioners concerned with global sourcing from the client or supplier perspective.

Format: Hardback
Length: 310 pages
Publication date: 11 November 2022
Publisher: Springer International Publishing AG

Global sourcing is a multifaceted domain that requires managers to fully comprehend as the investment in outsourcing continues to surge. This comprehensive guide offers invaluable insights, guiding readers through the foundational principles of global sourcing, encompassing recent trends such as intelligent automation, cloud services, and crowdsourcing. Laden with practical examples and case studies, it enables students and professionals alike to bridge academic theory with real-world applications, serving as a roadmap for a rapidly evolving field.

Over the past decade, the authors have delved into every aspect of global sourcing, examining it from the perspectives of clients, suppliers, and advisors. Their research has revealed that while an increasing number of firms engage in global sourcing activities, many struggle to derive maximum value from their sourcing relationships. While previous research has generated numerous practical frameworks for managing global sourcing of services, their implementation has been limited.

This book aims to rectify these gaps by examining the influence of theory on practice. It is an essential read for academics, students, and practitioners interested in global sourcing, whether from a client or supplier standpoint.

Weight: 670g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783031120336
Edition number: 4th ed. 2023