The Human Side of Outsourcing: Psychological Theory and Management Practice
Stephanie Morgan
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Hardcover. Practitioner-focused, but with strong research and theory foundation Considers outsourcing from both management and staff perspectives Includes chapters on cultural and individual differences, the life-cycle approach, best practice and recruitment Also features valuable case studies from the field. Editor(s): Morgan, Stephanie J. Num Pages: 316 pages, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: JMJ; KJWX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 253 x 175 x 23. Weight in Grams: 718.
Outsourcing is now a strategic choice for many companies and a continuing issue for managers and consultants. The transfer, negotiation and ongoing management of outsourced contracts all demand a great deal of people management. Yet, while the implications for those directly affected may be numerous and wide-ranging, very little has been written on how to sensitively and successfully manage the transfer of such individuals – along with the emotional needs of those left behind.
Outsourcing is now a strategic choice for many companies and a continuing issue for managers and consultants. The transfer, negotiation and ongoing management of outsourced contracts all demand a great deal of people management. Yet, while the implications for those directly affected may be numerous and wide-ranging, very little has been written on how to sensitively and successfully manage the transfer of such individuals – along with the emotional needs of those left behind.
This book considers The Human Side of Outsourcing, integrating theory and practice to offer state-of-the-art advice for those responsible for implementation in the field along ... Read more
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Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
316
Condition
New
Number of Pages
316
Place of Publication
Hoboken, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780470718704
SKU
V9780470718704
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About Stephanie Morgan
Stephanie J. Morgan PhD is a Course Director at Kingston University Business School. As a researcher and consultant she has advised private and public sector organizations on many aspects of work psychology. A background in IT Management included positions as a National Sales and Marketing Manager for Philips, Commercial Manager for Origin Benelux (now Atos-Origin) and a Non-Executive Director to ... Read more
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