Some outsourcing might ease amid errors, disappointments

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Outsourcing of information technology may be decreasing. Companies surveyed in the United States and the United Kingdom expressed disappointment with outsourcing, with some saying that expected cost reductions have not materialized. U.S. companies are looking more to Canada for outsourcing, with benefits outweighing increased costs.

United Kingdom, United States, Use of services, Computer and Data Processing Services, Computer services industry, Information technology services industry

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Oracle profit rise fails to calm investors: new software sales hit lower end of forecast; tech-spending jitters

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Despite a reported 30% profit growth and 21% revenue increase for the fiscal quarter ended February 29, Oracle Corp.'s stock value dropped 8% reflecting investors' worries in a troubled economy. Article discusses Oracle's sales, earnings per share, recent acquisitions, investor relations, and profit forecast for the present quarter.

Securities issued, listed, Securities, Oracle Corp., ORCL, Company securities, Company business forecast/projection, Company forecasts, Financial report

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Competition clouds outlook for India's software companies

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While outsourcing software companies in India are still expecting strong earnings, the arrival of U.S. multinationals in India may pose a threat. It will be difficult for the small Indian companies to compete with the global presence of these corporations.

Foreign operations, India, Multinational Corporations, International business enterprises, Industry forecasts

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