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Large Deals Unlikely to Yield Margins for IT Cos | In the News

Large deal wins in recent months by Indian IT firms have raised hopes of offsetting the impact of the slowdown seen in the technology industry, but industry experts express that such deals are fraught with risks and often under-deliver.

“In theory, large deals could be highly profitable. However, they carry a lot of risk and often under-deliver. Notably, this has happened several times in the recent past”, said Peter Bendor- Samuel, CEO of Everest Group.

Read more in Bizz Buzz.

Risky Business: Is Technology Overpromising in Supply Chain? | In the News

We live in an era where “technology” is synonymous with progress, efficiency, and the promise of a better future. Digital transformation promises to revolutionize our industry, enhance efficiency, boost visibility, and offer unparalleled agility. By 2025, investments in digital transformation are predicted to reach a whopping US$2.8 trillion, almost doubling from 2022’s US$1.8 trillion.

However, we must navigate this path cautiously. The seductive allure of digitization hides a stark reality: the high failure rate in digital transformation and technology projects. A recent study by Everest Group reveals an alarming statistic – nearly 68% of organizations fail to report positive returns on their digital investments.

Read more in Supply and Demand Chain Executive.

ProcureCon IT Sourcing Event 2023

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ProcureCon IT Sourcing 2023

June 26 - 27, 2023 |
Boston Marriott Copley Place, Boston, MA

Everest Group is a proud sponsor of ProcureCon IT Sourcing, taking place from June 26 – 27, 2023, at the Boston Marriott Copley Place, Boston, MA. Everest Group Partners Amy Fong and Achint Arora  will be hosting a Tech Negotiators Workshops at the event titled IT Services – What’s Working in 2023.

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For those sourcing global services, the last few years have been a roller coaster, with talent shortages leading to previously unheard-of mid-contract cost increase requests. Join Everest Group analysts and your peers to talk about how buyers are successfully managing costs, talent, and locations decisions in IT services. We’ll discuss the following questions, plus your own challenges:

  • What is going on with attrition and retention at leading service providers?
  • Have price increases leveled out? Which roles still demand a premium?
  • Which five actions can enterprises take to achieve better cost optimization in a changing market?
  • Should we consider new locations onshore, nearshore, or offshore? 
  • What strategies should we be considering to support our organization’s digital transformation initiatives?

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Hosted by:

  • Amy Fong, Partner, Sourcing and Vendor Management, Everest Group
  • Achint Arora, Partner, Pricing Assurance, Everest Group
  • Christina McLaughlin, Director, Category Strategy – Professional Services, Liberty Mutual Insurance

Where
Boston Marriott Copley Place, Boston, MA

Speakers

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Amy Fong
Partner, Sourcing and Vendor Management, Everest Group
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Achint Arora
Partner, Pricing Assurance, Everest Group
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