Subject category:
Knowledge, Information and Communication Systems Management
Published by:
IBS Center for Management Research
Length: 12 pages
Data source: Published sources
Topics:
BBC (British Broadcasting Corporation); Siemens Business Services; Information technology (IT) outsourcing; IT vendor selection; Evaluating IT vendors; BBC's technology framework contract; Technology innovations; Economies of scale; Outsourcing media contracts; Media lifecycle management; Content management solutions; Technical services agreement
Abstract
The case gives a detailed account of the sale of BBC Technology Limited, the technology division of the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) to Siemens Business Services (SBS) and the information technology (IT) outsourcing contract between BBC and SBS. The case puts forth the reasons that prompted the broadcasting giant to sell its technology division and the benefits that could accrue as a result of the sell-off. It focuses on the obstacles that the BBC faced in outsourcing and also gives the details of the contract. The case also describes the selection process adopted by the BBC to choose its technology provider.
Teaching and learning
This item is suitable for postgraduate courses.
Subject category:
Knowledge, Information and Communication Systems Management
Published by:
IBS Center for Management Research
Length: 5 pages
Data source: Published sources
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The case gives a detailed account of the sale of BBC Technology Limited, the technology division of the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) to Siemens Business Services (SBS) and the information technology (IT) outsourcing contract between BBC and SBS. The case puts forth the reasons that prompted the broadcasting giant to sell its technology division and the benefits that could accrue as a result of the sell-off. It focuses on the obstacles that the BBC faced in outsourcing and also gives the details of the contract. The case also describes the selection process adopted by the BBC to choose its technology provider.
Teaching and learning
This item is suitable for postgraduate courses.Settings
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Subject category:
Knowledge, Information and Communication Systems Management
Published by:
IBS Center for Management Research
Length: 5 pages
Data source: Published sources