S01E06 - Profit - Is operations outsourcing still a viable option today?

For three decades, when shareholder pressure mounted, corporate boardrooms reached for their favorite Swiss Army knife: "Let's outsource it!" or "Time for a spin-off!" It was like having a hammer and seeing every business challenge as a nail.

But in today's complex business landscape, are these traditional tools still the sharpest in our shed? While shipping operations to distant shores or spinning off divisions might look good on next quarter's balance sheet, are we missing something more fundamental?

Welcome to a fresh perspective on operational strategy. In this post, we're challenging the reflexive reach for outsourcing and spin-offs as universal solutions. Instead, we're diving deep into why understanding your company's unique DNA should come before any major structural surgery.

Think about it: Tesla didn't outsource its way to innovation. Apple didn't spin off its way to customer loyalty. And Toyota didn't offshore its way to operational excellence.

Join us as we explore how to make smarter choices about your operations in a world where customer satisfaction and sustainability matter as much as cost savings. Because sometimes, the best solution isn't about letting go – it's about looking within.

Let's rethink what it truly means to optimize operations in the 21st century.

Enjoy!