The principle behind outsourcing is that third-party companies can perform certain functions more efficiently or more cost effectively. Some experts, however, assert that outsourcing can leave a company without core competencies. Not only that, they suggest that the use of outside contractors raises the risk of cyber attacks. With security a growing threat, will companies begin to rethink their outsourcing strategies? What precautions can be taken to reduce security threats through outside contractors?
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