Outsourcing A Core Competency

Corporate decision-making in R&D outsourcing and the impact on internal R&D employment intensity

“…However, it does confirm the finding that 'peripheral' knowledge (i.e. specialized knowledge in the domain of outsourced activities) complements control in technology outsourcing alliances (Brusoni et al, 2001, Mehta and Peters, 2007, Tiwana and Keil, 2007.…”

“…Reducing development costs ranked only in third place, followed with some distance by the reduction of risk (see also Mehta and Peters, 2007) and uncertainty by sharing R&D with another (set of) partner(s). These drivers should be seen in conjunction with a greater codification of R&D processes (Granstrand et al, 1992;Narula, 2001).…”

Diffusing knowledge-based core competencies for leveraging innovation strategies: Modelling outsourcing to knowledge process organizations (KPOs) in pharmaceutical networks

“…Thus, skill in biostatistical analysis can be a core competency of the CRO that is recognized as unique in the clinical trial process to establish efficacy, conform to regulatory requirements for marketing approval, manufacture in large quantities, and market and distribute the final product (Mehta & Peters, 2007). In the context of marketing, the role performed by biostatisticians is critical to the success or failure of clinical trials, with results of complex statistical analysis holding the key to regulatory approval to go to market.…”

“…Biostatistical analysis activities are high risk, and projects can fail at many different stages. Mehta and Peters (2007) argue that multinational firms that outsource biostatistics risk losing opportunities to improve innovations.…”

“…Empirical studies suggest that an increasing number of pharmaceutical firms are outsourcing essential services such as biostatistical analysis (Mehta & Peters, 2007). Biostatistical analysis activities are high risk, and projects can fail at many different stages.…”