Difference between Outsourcing and Contracting

While there are some variances, it is easiest to think of these two terms like this; outsourcing is when you get a supplier to perform one of your processes for you, such as heat treating, and this is generally done at the supplier’s site. On the other hand contractors generally work on your site and often do not affect the production processes, such as an electrician upgrading your building.

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