OUTSOURCING INFORMATION SYSTEMS:AN ALTERNATIVE FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT

摘要

In the current era of high-tech computer systems and rapidly changing technology, many organizations arernfinding it difficult to keep pace. To meet the myriad technological challenges facing them, many organizationsrnare turning to outsourcing to find economic relief, access to world class technology, and help with integratingrnnew technology with existing systems. Local government agencies are no exception. This paper explores thernpros and cons of outsourcing, examines the idea of IS as a value center rather than a cost center, and offersrnan alternative to outsourcing for local government.