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As we approach the 21st century, outsourcing logistics activities has become a hot topic . . . often red hot! The practice is not only a popular topic, it is no longer confined to transportation and warehousing activities. Sourcing and procurement are now fair game. Some companies even have what they call "virtual manufacturing," a polite term for someone else doing the heavy lifting.
The methodology that we have used successfully, following strategic decisions on the scope and role of outsourcing in overall supply chain operations, covers seven key areas.
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Randall L. Telfer is in the Supply Chain Integration practice of The Progress Group with lead responsibility for Logistics Strategy and Third-Party Logistics efforts.
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