25/09/2017
Top 5 Myths and Facts about Outsourcing in the Philippines!
Myth #1 – Outsourcing is for large-scale businesses only
FACT: Most of the people get this misconception because the majority of the multi-national companies are contracting an outsourcing firm to perform some of the non-core tasks. But the truth is, even a start-up business or small-medium enterprises can also gain benefits on outsourcing.
For example, a small business may only have a limited space for work as well as employed staffs. To avoid spending more on office supply and workforce, you can hire an outsourced staff to increase productivity and efficiency.
Myth #2 – Most companies outsource to reduce costs
FACT: While it is true that outsourcing can reduce costs, other reason why most companies outsource includes gaining access to resources where they business don’t have such as internal resources. Outsourcing also gives them the urge to focus more on core business and accelerate transformation or reorganization of the company.
Myth #3 – Outsourcing also refers to contact centers only
FACT: With the evolution of technology, outsourcing does not only provide telemarketing. As a matter of fact, it offers a wide variety of services such as SEO/internet marketing, web development and support, hosting, eCommerce, administrative services and many other business processes.
Myth #4 – Outsourcing means losing jobs
FACT: A business must have high final output with less input to be truly efficient and competitive. Through outsourcing, a business enables to create more jobs and boost the economy. One great example of it is the Philippines outsourcing industry. The country now has more than 1 million people employed which make it the top outsourcing destination in the world.
Myth #5 – Outsourcing is a one-way street
FACT: Some businessmen are hesitant to outsource because they might lose control of the business in the future but, that is not the case. A client and outsourcing provider has a written commitment to fulfill the needs of both parties. You can even choose
Of course, there will always be downfalls on outsourcing. So, the key right now is finding the right outsourcing company. Should you still outsource?