2. The putting out system is a means of subcontracting work.
It is also known as Domestic System, workshop System,
Outsourcing system.
The work is contracted by a central agent to sub contractor who
complete the work in offsite facilities, either in their own
homes or workshops with multiple craftmen’s.
It was used by English and American Textile industries , in Shoe
making , Making parts for small firearms – from industrial
revolution until the Mid of 19th Century.
Invention of Sewing Machines in 1846, System lingered on for
making ready made Men’s Clothing.
3. The Domestic system was suited to pre urban times because
workers did not have to travel from home to work which was
quite impracticable due to the state of roads & footpaths and
Members of household spent many hours in farms or household
tasks.
The development of this trend is often Considered to be a form
of Proto-Industrialization and remained prominent unitill the
industrial revolution of 19th century.
In Business ,Outsourcing is contracting out of a business
process to third party .
The term “outsourcing “ became popular in United States near
the turn of 21st Century.
4. Companies primarily outsource to avoid certain cost :
Peripheral or non core Business Expense
High taxes
Excessive Government Regulations.
Production and Labor Cost
5. 1. Wide Range of Services
2. Reasonable Prices
3. Experienced Workers
4. Great Customer Support
5. Complete Disclosure