Outsourcing and Migration

What is a negative effect of encouraging migration into India’s urban areas?

• More people to fill jobs in factories

• Surplus of housing in rural areas

• The possible shortage of food, water, and energy supplies

• The lifting of people out of poverty

Factories or other aspects of industry or business are relocated to a place that is cheaper to do business.

• Offshoring

• Outsourcing

What is the primary reason companies choose to outsource certain business functions?

• To reduce costs

• To increase local employment

• To improve employee satisfaction

• To enhance product quality

Which of the following is a potential negative impact of outsourcing on the local economy?

• Increased innovation

• Job loss

• Higher wages

• Improved infrastructure

What is a common benefit of outsourcing for companies?

• Increased control over processes

• Access to global talent

• Higher operational costs

• Reduced flexibility

Which term describes the movement of people from one country to another for work?

• Immigration

• Emigration

• Migration

• Outsourcing

How can outsourcing affect the quality of products or services?

• Always improves quality

• Always reduces quality

• Can either improve or reduce quality

• Has no effect on quality

What is a common reason for migration in the context of employment?

• Better climate

• Political stability

• Higher wages

• Cultural exchange

Which of the following is NOT a reason companies outsource?

• Cost reduction

• Access to expertise

• Increased local employment

• Focus on core activities

What is a potential cultural challenge of outsourcing?

• Language barriers

• Increased costs

• Improved efficiency

• Enhanced local employment