Outsourcing of Core and Non-Core Competencies in U.S. Corporations
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Supply Chain Forum An International Journal Vol. 3 N°2 2002 www.supplychain-forum.com Outsourcing has been a significant industry trend over the past decade. However, some scholars have stressed that companies may have gone too far by outsourcing core, as well as non-core competencies. Using a survey of large U.S. corporations our study documents the current status of outsourcing, differentiating between core and non-core competencies. We identify functions being outsourcing, satisfaction with sourcing decisions, as well as links to organizational performance measures. Outsourcing of Core and Non-Core Competencies in U.S. Corporations
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