“Efficiency” is the buzzword for a competitive company [Meckl 99, p.7]. This especially is a topic for the secondary activities of the value creation chain. The value of Management Support, as part of the intern services of an enterprise, is hard to numeralise.
For this reason ‚Outsourcing’ is a big issue. Services and infrastructures which are not one of the enterprise’s core businesses are placed to third party providers.
“Do what you can do best – outsource the rest!” is a familiar quotation that emphasizes to concentrate on core activities.
From the economical point of view the factor of minimizing costs is a main reason for deriving single tasks from an enterprise. Bigger Outsourcing-Projects have to be in line with the strategical orientation of the enterprise.
The present paper focuses on the potentials of Outsourcing Management Support System (MSS) Solutions. Different forms of Outsourcing are examined and their feasibility is discussed. Information is a sensitive resource. The question is how MSS-Solutions qualify for outsourcing-projects.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- Preamble
- Proceeding structure
- Basics
- Management Support Systems
- Outsourcing
- Outsourcing MSS-Solutions
- Possible forms of Outsourcing MSS-Solutions
- Organisation
- Technology
- Chances of Outsourcing MSS-Solutions
- Financial Aspects
- Strategical Aspects
- Risks of Outsourcing MSS-Solutions
- Financial Aspects
- Strategical Aspects
- Conclusion
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This seminar paper examines the potential of outsourcing Management Support System (MSS) solutions. It aims to analyze different forms of outsourcing and discuss their feasibility, particularly in the context of information sensitivity. The paper explores the advantages and disadvantages of outsourcing MSS solutions, considering both financial and strategic aspects.
- The concept of Management Support Systems (MSS) and their role in business operations.
- The various forms of outsourcing and their applicability to MSS solutions.
- The potential benefits and challenges of outsourcing MSS solutions, including financial and strategic implications.
- The risks associated with outsourcing sensitive information, particularly in the context of MSS solutions.
- Recommendations for enterprises considering outsourcing their MSS solutions.
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
The first chapter introduces the topic of outsourcing MSS solutions and sets the stage for the subsequent analysis. It highlights the importance of efficiency in a competitive business environment and discusses the growing trend of outsourcing non-core functions.
Chapter 2 provides a foundational understanding of Management Support Systems (MSS) and outsourcing. It defines these key terms and explores their relevance in the context of business operations.
Chapter 3 delves into the specific considerations for outsourcing MSS solutions. It examines the various forms of outsourcing that are possible for MSS solutions, taking into account organizational and technological aspects. It further analyzes the potential benefits and risks associated with outsourcing MSS solutions, including financial, strategic, and security implications.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The paper explores the concept of outsourcing Management Support Systems (MSS) solutions, focusing on the potential benefits and risks involved. It examines different forms of outsourcing, including organizational and technological aspects. Key topics include financial aspects, strategic implications, and the management of sensitive information within the context of outsourcing.
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- Thomas Witte (Autor:in), 2005, Potentials of Outsourcing Management Support System Solutions, München, GRIN Verlag, https://www.hausarbeiten.de/document/48974
