Outsourcing World Summit Registration Climbs as Economy Strengthens

Online, February 8, 2010 (Newswire.com) - POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y., Feb. 8, 1010 - The economic rebound and growing importance of outsourcing in the new economy is driving an increase in registration for the 2010 Outsourcing World Summit®.

Event organizers from the International Association of Outsourcing Professionals® (IAOP®) report nearly a 40 percent increase in registration for its 13th annual conference, Feb. 15-17, at Disney's Yacht & Beach Club Convention Center in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.

"Companies understand that as the economy strengthens, they need to position themselves for future growth and that outsourcing can help them do that by developing innovative and flexible business models that add greater value," said IAOP Chairman Michael Corbett.

About 500 executives from world-class organizations from around the world are planning to attend the three-day expanded event themed "Using Outsourcing to Emerge as a Leader in the New Global Economy."

The program geared toward outsourcing customers, advisors and providers includes high-caliber speakers from Microsoft, Booz & Company, Cassidy Turley, CB Richard Ellis, Conseco, Disney Institute, Kirkland & Ellis, Neo Group, Accenture, Prudential, SAP AG, Vodafone, Ryder Systems Inc., Hinduja Global Solutions Inc. and IBM.

New this year, IAOP has added on the final day "real-time strategy sessions" in a round-theater setting featuring interactive sessions with industry leaders sharing their insights on the future of outsourcing. Focused hands-on practicums designed to help customers, providers and advisors get more value out of their current outsourcing efforts also will be offered on Feb. 17.

The Outsourcing World Summit also will feature the annual Outsourcing Hall of Fame luncheon and first release of the Global Outsourcing 100® lists of the world's best outsourcing providers and advisors.

To register and for additional information, visit www.outsourcingprofessional.org, or call +1.845. 452.0600, extension 110.

About IAOP
The International Association of Outsourcing Professionals (IAOP) is the global, standard-setting organization and advocate for the outsourcing profession. With more than 100,000 members and affiliates worldwide, IAOP helps companies increase their outsourcing success rate, improve their outsourcing ROI, and expand the opportunities for outsourcing across their businesses. To learn more, visit www.outsourcingprofessional.org.

Media Contact:
Kimberly L. Maneeley
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