Sourcing

Sourcing involves the identification of the right solution for a function. This can be a multi-dimensional assessment, integrating aspects of strategy; control; transition risk; suitability; culture and vendor management. As Sandwalker & Associates we can help with all aspects, including:

• Process or function outsourcing
• Technology outsourcing
• Technology selection

Process or function outsourcing

At Sandwalker we can conduct an indetph analysis to assess whether outsourcing is the right option. We look at it from mutliple angles including:

• Customer impact
• Knowledge retention
• Operational impact
• Total cost out outsourcing
• Capital implications
• Regulatory considerations

In some instance we may advise to not outsource a function. However, if outsourcing is selected, we can assist on how to outsource maximising on return.

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Technology Outsourcing

We can assist in assessing if some or even all elements of your IT shop should be outsourced. Areas we cover include

• Help desk
• Server management
• Data storage
• Application hosting
• Entire IT shops

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Technology Selection

At Sandwalker & Associates we call this "right-sourcing". This means selecting the right technical solution, be it in-house development or the purchase and configuration of a package. We have decades of experience in bridging the gap between business and IT and are able to guide customers on this process. Technology selection is typically an investment that customer's can ill afford to get wrong. We can provide assistance in:

• Establishing RFPs
• Performing industry based reviews
• Identifying what the brochure's don't tell you
• Vendor / partner management
• Finding appropriate resources

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