1. Doug Bello Outsourcing – What’s the Next Step? D. Bello Associates, Inc.

2. According to recent Strickland & Associates research, 95% of the Fortune 1000 firms currently utilize offshore outsourcing or are implementing an offshore strategy Outsourcing is Here

3. The Case for Outsourcing Allows for management to focus on their core business of writing title insurance Outsourcing vendor has responsibility of solving skill shortages or resource problems

4. The Case for Outsourcing More readily available workforce in offshore markets Flexibility in that workforce provides possibilities that cannot be achieved with full time domestic employees

5. The Case for Outsourcing Potential to reduce overall turnaround times Using one vendor can increase standardization and quality over the long run Cost savings

6. Target Outsourcing Tasks Data Entry Owner & Encumbrance (O&E) Reports Subdivision Refinances Sale transactions where you have a Starter file

7. In-House Tasks Commercial & Industrial orders Other high liability orders Orders with difficult legal descriptions Orders in areas you know are difficult

8. Offshore Searching Order received In the early morning in countries like India, Philippines Order is searched, prepared and verified by quality team and returned the next morning Order placed at the end of the United States workday

9. Offshore Alternatives Using automated search software Use a automated search product offered by your underwriter (most have them now) Use a private company to complete your searches

10. Selecting a Vendor Do your homework Ask to talk to current customers of a potential vendor Ask lots of title questions and assess their knowledge of the industry

11. Selecting a Vendor Request a site visit from one of their employees Visit their offshore facility Do not base your decision solely on price

12. Wrap Up, Questions? Enjoy your stay in San Antonio!