Change Management A Key to Successful Outsourcing

In this article, the author writes about the prevalence of databases in more than hundreds of companies. The author also describes the various aspects of customer relationships and managerial practices which are effective and efficient. The author also provides a detailed explanation of the main points which he has highlighted.

The author emphasizes on the significance of change in the managerial practices and also within the companies. The author further explains the important strategies that may be used to solve the problems encountered during the process of implementing these changes. The author supports his propositions by describing the various strategies that are being implemented by the human resources departments of many companies.

The author also discusses some other retention policies proposed by him. The author is of the opinion that the company must be patient while building relationships with the HR department and with other departments too. The author also writes about the integral role which the service provider plays.

The author explains the benefits that companies will receive if they employ the management programs proposed by him. The author writes about the responsibility of the company who is the client and also describes his research on the process of outsourcing and its potential benefits in bringing about positive organizational changes.

After reviewing this article, the researcher concludes that the author has presented his point of view on the matter of change in organizations. However, the points that the author has mentioned about organizational change need more groundwork. 

MBA Literature Review on Best Practices for Transition Planning

In this article, the authors have provided details regarding their proposed methods of succeeding in process of transition from the company which provides the outsourcing. The authors have given a detailed description achieving success with regard to outsourcing of certain activities. The authors are of the opinion that it is very important to implement a specific set of guidelines and regulations for succeeding in this type of environment.

The author has conveyed his point through the help of an example of BPO companies. The author has also described the top practices which are needed for success. Some of the some of these practices include – methodology, management of risk, governance, proper planning etc. The author has provided a detailed description of each of the practices.

The author states that effective communication is a major challenge faced by companies and thus they must strive to create an efficient communication system. This article is quite unique in nature – the author proposes a different format for the entire process of global outsourcing.

            After reviewing the article, the researcher concludes that the methods proposed by the author are quite efficient and significant in order to complete the outsourcing process and to accomplish the task in question. However, the researcher feel that since the author has made the reference of BPO companies only, these methods may not be as efficient in other sectors. 

Managing Intellectual Property in Global Outsourcing for Innovation Generation

In this article, the author writes that the various operations related to globalization will go on for many years to come. The author also gives information ideas about the different methods through which the costs may be decreased and how to fulfill needs of the management.

The authors of the article also describe the various international relationships that can be utilised for managing the trust and controlling the process of outsourcing. The authors primarily highlight the various aspects of outsourcing firms. They also describe the primary factors related to the global outsourcing process and the different constraints that have affected organisations.

The authors also write about the necessity of the phenomenon of global outsourcing the roles it plays in the success of a particular organisation. The author mainly describes the different categories of outsourcing and the radical changes which it may impose on the organisation. Here the author mostly writes about the various guidelines which are utilized and about the aspects that form a connection between the management and other relevant factors.

There exist various variables and also generation privacy that can be obtained through the process of global outsourcing. The authors also state that companies fear losing managerial control on the activities that they outsource to other organisations.

After reviewing this article, the researcher concludes that the author must pay more attention to the various aspects of outsourcing. This will provide a better idea of the process of global outsourcing. 

Lewin’s Change Management Model Understanding the Three Stages of Change

In the article, the author has given a description of the three step change management model which developed by Kurt Lewin in 1940. This model is also known as the’ Unfreeze-Change-defreeze model.’ The author states that even though this model was developed in 1940, it is still very effective. The author further goes on to describe the three different stages, which state that the individuals who are impacted by the change must be motivated about the entire issue.

When these individuals are motivated and prepared to accept the change, then only should the change be implemented. The duration of the implementation process can contain a few highs and lows. The change may have a negative influence on some individuals. Once the change has been accepted and integrated, then it should be  refrozen that is established.

The author describes that  a few people might question the necessity of refreezing in a world which changes constantly. However, refreezing is important since it gives stability and creates platform from which the next change can be effected. The 3 steps have been explained in a unique and interesting manner – fitting a cube of ice into the mould of a cone.

After reviewing the article, the researcher has observed that the author has explained the 3 steps of Lewin’s Change Management Model in a manner that is easy to understand. Still, the researcher feels that the each individual step is not elaborated upon clearly – this might seem a bit confusing for some individuals. 

MBA Literature Review on Kotter’s 8-Step Change Model Implementing Change Powerfully and Successfully

In this article, the author has made an emphasis on the fact that that although change is the single constant phenomenon in the universe, it is always accompanied by anxiety. This anxiety is present irrespective of the nature and magnitude of the change. There exist many theories on how to properly implement a certain change. In this article, the author has written about the 8-step change implementation model which was introduced by the world renowned change expert – Kotter. 

The first several steps of Kotter’s model are focused on making the necessity of the alteration to be felt by the entire company. The author explains the different methods in which this may be executed.

Once this has been accomplished, the change should be linked to a philosophy and this philosophy must be made known to all concerned. The goal is to make the change becomes popular within the targeted audience. The nest several steps involve practical implementation of the change – these include breaking barriers that stand in the way of implementation of the change, making short term gains, waiting before declaration of success and inculcation of the change in the culture of the organization. The author describes Kotter’s motive behind each step and highlights important aspects which are related to each and every step.

The researcher concludes that the author has explained Kotter’s change model in a comprehensive and precise manner. Important points of each step have been and explained very well whenever and wherever required. The only flaw that that can be drawn from the article is that there is no presence of a relevant example. If the author would have explained each step with the help of the example, then this would have made the process of implementation much easier. 

Leading the Transformation in Global Outsourcing Building the Right Executive Team Literature Review

In the article, the authors have written about the fast changes in the industry of global outsourcing and the capabilities that companies will require to thrive in this highly competitive market.  The authors have explained how the global outsourcing process has matured into a prolific industry. Companies are forging relationships with international clients and delivering complicated multi year projects by utilizing the delivery processes system across the globe.

The authors have also explained the important aspects based on which an increase in dexterous resources is expected on a global scale. The authors have also observed that clients expect high levels of integration with the company which is outsourcing. According to the authors, instead of single projects or tasks, outsourcing companies are now expecting to maintain long term relationships with their clients. In order to accomplish this, special capabilities will be needed at the senior managerial level.

The authors have then written about the different factors which mostly involve changes in the company structure and culture, which will be needed by the companies for thriving in highly competitive international markets.

After reviewing the article, the researcher concludes that the authors have made an analysis of the existing outsourcing market. They have made a note of the capabilities that companies will require to succeed in the global market. These capabilities have been noted in accordance with the latest market trends. However, the researcher has observed that the authors have failed to provide any statistical data to substantiate the theories that have been presented in the article. Also, certain significant factors like need of sufficient skilled labor have been ignored by the authors. 

MBA Literature Review on Benefits and Challenges in Global Outsourcing

In this article, the author – Subhankar Dhar primarily writes about the factors related to outsourcing which are associated with the functions of IT. The author considers high customer satisfaction to be the most significant factor related to outsourcing in the IT industry. There several constraints and risks related to outsourcing.

The claims made by researchers are the ones that decide whether global companies are at an advantage or at a disadvantage. In this article, the author writes about the various types of risks which are typically associated with outsourcing. The author also explains the relevant methods through which these risks may be eliminated. The author writes about the advantages of outsourcing and the benefits that it provides to both the companies as well as to the economies of their respective countries. The author pays special attention to the pros and cons of outsourcing.

The author states that outsourcing helps in cost reduction and suggests various outsourcing ideas which may be implemented by companies for succeeding at the global market and remaining competitive.

After reviewing this article, the researcher concludes that further study is required for understanding the need of outsourcing and the various challenges and benefits related to it.

Change Management MBA Project

The author has written about the factors which are associated with the process of implementing a change in a company. The author states that the change may be induced due to an external or internal force. However, irrespective of the cause or need for change, it cannot be implemented unless its executed is planned well.

The author has written about each and every type of changes. Changes may be due to advancement in technology or due to a change in the nature of the business or work environment. The author also writes about the necessity of change with respect to internal factors – whether it is associated with retaining employees or with the management.  The author has categorized the changes based upon their nature – these include adaptive changes, innovative changes or radically innovative changes.

According to the author, we must create an environment to implement any type of change in the company by using methods like motivation or enforcing changes in a positive manner.  The author has created an 8 step change implementation process.  This 8 step implementation process can be used to bring about a positive change in the company. The article contains several important points which deal with change management.

Upon reviewing this article, the researcher recommends this article for those who want to implement positive changes in their organization. However, all the steps mentioned by the author should be planned and executed well as this has a significant influence on the cumulative effect of all the steps. The researcher feels that this article was very well written.

MBA Literature Review on Internationally Outsourced IT Services

In this article, the author has used the example of an Indian software company named Infosys to illustrate the fast and lucrative progress that has been made in the field of internationally outsourced IT services. The author states that the founder of Infosys did not display much interest in making profits in the infant stages of the organisation.

The founder just wanted to focus on providing a viable IT solution. The article includes a statistical representation of the progress made by Infosys with respect to human resources as well as finances. The author states that the primary reason for Infosys’ success and popularity is the Global Delivery Model combined with a very high percentage of satisfied customers.

The author believes that it is these two factors that have been instrumental in making Infosys one of the leading IT solutions company in the world. The author also writes about what other companies can learn from Infosys’s business model and strategy.

After reviewing the article, the researcher concludes that the author only writes about the achievements of Infosys. The researcher feels that the author should have also written about the challenges faced by Infosys and how the company overcame these challenges. The article serves well to prove an overview of Infosys but it is not very detailed in nature.

The Researcher has reviewed the article and has concluded that the author has only presented the achievements of company and does not discussed the fights fought by the company to gain its reputation. Article is limited to get an overview on the company portfolio but does not presents the details about it. 

People Skills Change Management Tools and Lewin’s Change Model Literature Review

In this article, the author writes about the importance of changes. The author is of the opinion that the 3 steps Lewin’s change model is ideal for conducting the alterations in the work methods or in the environment of work. According to the author, the most significant part is to untying the existing situation if companies seek to implement changes in the business.

The author has also written about the significance of skilled labor which is absolutely essential for implementation of changes in the organisation. The author strongly feels that a specific skill set is needed to implement the desired changes in the company. The author also suggests that creating a positive work environment will make the changes easier and smoother. 

In the discussion of the various steps mentioned by the author, the first step is the process of busting the barriers that are antagonising the implementation of the desired changes. The other two steps are as follows – the second step of Lewin’s model is altering the working agents and the final step involves active participation in the work and with the employees of the company by installing, testing, debugging, measuring and enhancing the new system implemented by the company.

After reviewing the article, the researcher concludes that the author suggest a 3 step change implementation process. However, further analysis will be required to test the practical feasibility of the 3 step process suggested by the author.

The Researcher has reviewed the article and concluded that the author has explained his article on three defined steps and had explained the ways of implementing them in practical situation. Further detailed study is required for finding the practical results of these methods.