There are many factors that need to be taken into account in a decision to outsource some or all of the organisations information systems. Put yourself in the position of Chief Information Officer at a medium-sized manufacturing/exporting firm that is considering outsourcing some of its systems to another country (for example, Elbonia). You have been asked to provide an opinion on some aspects of this proposal.

Q1. List and discuss three advantages that could flow to your firm from outsourcing some of its information systems function to Elbonia.

Q2. List and discuss three disadvantages that could flow to your firm from outsourcing some of its information systems function to Elbonia.

Q3. Discuss one information system in this firm that you think would be suitable to outsource immediately.