IT Outsourcing Analysis

Applying resource based view on existing internal strengths
Analyzing differentiation opportunities vs. commodity processes
Defining scope based on SWOT analysis
Assessing alternatives and their business cases 
Evaluating risk and opportunities of existing solutions vs. outsourcing
Defining acceptable risk and required security levels
Defining service levels required from outsourcing partner
Setting up Request for Proposals (RfPs)
Evaluating Service Proposals
Defining internal organisation structure to monitor and control

Make or Buy Decisions

Analysis of internal capability vs. required resources and skills
Evaluation of strategic importance vs. current competency
Comparison of differentiation strategy vs. efficiency benefits
Evaluation of process changes with Buy-SW.
Cost/Risk/Benefit analysis