Vol. 18, No. 8, August 2005 Printer Friendly PDF version | ||
High Hopes |
Vol. 18, No. 8, August 2005 Printer Friendly PDF version | ||
High Hopes |
In his wrap-up presentation at Cutter's Summit 2005, Cutter Fellow Tom DeMarco noted "the pervasive presence of Mr. Sarbanes and Mr. Oxley at this conference, although they weren't registered." Indeed, every session provoked questions and comments on the subject of the US Sarbanes-Oxley Act (aka SOX or Sarbox) regardless of the keynote topic.
Collaboration Is at the Tipping Point |
Yin: Mobile Opportunities |
In this issue of CBR , we discuss what is often referred to as the "glue" that binds an outsourcing deal: relationship management. Sometimes compared to the dynamics associated with a marriage, the relationship between a supplier and a customer is dependent on good relationship management. You can make the right decision to outsource, you can find a provider with a good track record of delivery, and you can establish an arrangement that is economically favorable to both parties.