SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT: Trading partner advantage is big motivator behind B2B operations outsourcing

摘要

An apparent shift in the motivation behind B2B operations outsourcing is under way, moving from a tactical, cost-cutting focus to one of enhanced business value. Why exactly do companies outsource their B2B operations? Cost, of course, is a primary driver, as it is for many business decisions. But several other justifications come into play when considering outsourcing B2B network management.