Tag: English language
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What is the Best Onshore/Offshore Ratio for Consulting Firms?
At the time of a new engagement, managers take into consideration many activities like project planning, effort estimation, defining goals and metrics, cost, outcome, etc. One factor that is most important for any project to succeed is engaging the right onshore/offshore staffing ratio to execute the project. This factor is mostly not given adequate importance in many…
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India still the Top Destination for Outsourcing
Asian countries, especially countries in South Asia and Southeast Asia, keep on being favored picks among organizations interested in contract out business processes offshore. India remains the top outsourcing destination, with its unrivaled advantages in scale and people skills, said the 2014 Global Services Location Index (GSLI) released by A.T. Kearney. China and Malaysia are…
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The Forbidden City: Walking Through China’s Imperial Past
Our Beijing journey would be incomplete without a visit to the Forbidden City, a colossal monument to China’s imperial history. For nearly 500 years, this vast complex was the epicenter of political power in China, home to 24 emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties. Today, it stands as a testament to China’s rich heritage,…
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Wangfujing Night Market: Dare to Dine on the Wild Side
Beijing is a city of contrasts, and nowhere is this more evident than at the Wangfujing Night Market. Nestled in the heart of Dongcheng, this bustling street market is famous—or infamous—for its daring array of street food. From scorpions wriggling on a stick to starfish and seahorses, this is the place to challenge your culinary…
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Discovering Beijing: From Alleyways to Ancient Wonders
Our adventure in Beijing began with a surge of excitement. Fresh off the electrifying energy of Tokyo, we touched down in China’s sprawling capital, ready to immerse ourselves in its vibrant history and culture. Though navigating the chaotic taxi ranks at the airport was a challenge, we opted for the more authentic experience of taking…