Here are some of the types of questions we'll be working through: - How can I screen outsourcing firms to find one I can trust will get the job done? - Where should I be looking? India, China, Russia, Pakistan? - What communication methods work best for outsourcing? - Why should I be looking at outsourcing if I want to get funded? - Can I outsource fully, or do I need a US-based project manager? - How do I find the right outsourcing firm? - Will outsourcing cost me my job? How can I leverage this trend to make myself more employable? - How should I prepare to successfully outsource my project? - What common outsourcing mistakes should I be aware of? - How does the cost and time frame of outsourcing compare to hiring my own in-house team? - How do I evaluate outsourcing options based on my in-house expertise-or lack thereof? - How should I compare outsourcing options? (based on project type, deadlines, and client time/resources to invest in the process) - What does “low cost” really mean? Evaluating hourly cost, total cost, ROI, etc. - How do I evaluate pricing models based on my needs, requirements, & resources? - Is it possible to build a long-term relationship, or even a global partnership with an overseas development team? - Is cost savings the only reason to outsource?

Really interested in this panel Chris. Would love to hear about some of your experiences and lessons learned.

I run a small dev shop. I can't wait to hear about this panel's experience with outsourcing and as many answers to the questions chris has posted above. The discussions this panel will brew up among the attendees could get rowdy.

You can resist the change or embrace it- globalization has enabled equality and reduced disparities across the world. Why should a talented developer in India be denied to work- when he is half the cost and time that your team is offering? You are one and the same: humans, husbands, wives, and people. Embrace globalization or be swallowed in the same enthocentricity that you propel.

I'm an small business owner who is only starting to understand this concept. In some way, I'm an "LD" - learning disabled - about the opportunities that outsourcing can offer. I hope to get rid of my "LD" at this seminar - can't wait!

This represents a great opportunity for everyone who gets involved!

I'm very interested in this panel. Can't wait to hear more!

Hot topic addressed by business savvy folks - coutn me in

this panel would be good explaining all the benefits of outsourcing along with how to work with the team. I am sure there is a lot of methodology that can help make the process seamless. Can't wait to hear about this topic.

This is an amazing idea and I look forward to hearing more!

Ann Hassett Congratulations on this innovative plan!

great idea *****

A timely and provocative topic that should be included.

very exciting

there is a great need to share and discuss ideas on this topic

Original ideas worth a full presentation and discussion Phyllis L.Gottlieb

Innovative, progressive and necessary for doing business in today's marketplace. All aspects of business can benefit from these ideas. Please make sure this is on the panel. Marlene Roberts

I'm a one man shop. I'd like to know what the startup costs would be for starting to offshore development and/or maintenance. I'd be more interested in the larger TCO for the relationship versus the specific project being developed.

Seems like every person that i've spoken to who's involved in some type of consulting company, small or large IT shop or web 2.0 start up has brought up international and local outsourcing at one time or another, lets hear more about this!

looking forward to hearing more on the pro/con of outsourcing

It's the way of the future and of today, so I'd def like to learn more!

Highly important topic since MOST of the US businesses rely on services from offshore companies.

I can't wait to see this...This is something I think I could learn a lot from.

Big Time

the world's spikey, damnit!