The model employed below should help the reader sort out his/her organization’s priorities in selecting and establishing an appropriate and effective offshore partnership. Some of the Factors and their Observations for selecting an outsourcing partner are :
* Cost : Like any other IT solution, be sure to base your cost decision on the total cost of ownership (TCO), including the full life-cycle of development, infrastructure, hosting, maintenance and support, and any other costs that might enter into your outsourcing decision. Establish a TCO model from the outset and go into negotiations with a realistic view of what your company actually needs from its offshore partner(s).
