Micorosoft attempts to undermine IBM
In recent news Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer talks about plans of spending $US500 Million this year alone to promote the company’s new Microsoft Office and Windows Mobile computer systems. This is a bold move by MS to persuade businesses to use their software instead of hiring IBM consultants. “Getting the most out of their people is on the mind of every business leader I speak with,” Mr Ballmer said. “(We) are passionate about the idea that the right software can provide the tools to empower workers to become the drivers of business success.”. Essentially the new software will mean companies will
be able to handball more tasks onto employees than outsource to IBM. Source: http://australianit.news.com.au/articles/0,7204,18498104%5E15306%5E%5Enbv%5E,00.html
Makes you wonder whether you will be justified in asking for a pay raise if your boss starts passing on work the business once outsourced to a specialised consultant…
