
254 • e CIO's Guide to Oracle Products and Solutions
Once the goals and core competencies are identied, information related
to these activities is gathered to compare the cost of performing the func-
tions in-house with the cost of outsourcing them. is enables the com-
pany to answer nonnancial questions such as, “How critical are these
functions/activities?” or “What are the dependencies on these activities?”
or “Will this activity become a mission-critical activity?” is will help
organizations reach decisions about whether or not to outsource. Long-
term cost and investment implications, work morale, and support should
also be considered. ...