In recent readings, I've come across a new term first coined in Wired magazine. As mentioned in the the title, crowdsourcing has become a popular trend in the corporate playing field. As to my understanding, crowdsourcing usually takes place when a company is faced with an initial task or problem that must be solved. Rather than spend 100K+ to bring in a contractor, the company posts the issue online as a sort of 'broadcast" to all takers. Now, is there a difference between this and outsourcing? Quite honestly, you shouldn't be too worried, as crowdsourcing is more contractor based. But what does it mean for those contractors who are being passed by for a cheaper alternative? Who else benefits from crowdsourcing other than the company? In what ways do you think that this will this impact employment?
I ask you fellow students, what is your take on this?
http://www.wired.com/epicenter/2009/03/is-crowdsourcin/
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"Crowdsourcing is contractor based"......wow i really like that. it gives companies alternatives when faced with problems and urgent needs..Nice
ReplyDeleteI think crowdsourcing could be beneficial. It provides an opportunity for new ideas from people outside of the professional world. It also gives amateurs a chance to break into an industry. I'm not saying that companies should do this on a daily basis. But occasionally, it could be helpful.
ReplyDelete"Crowdsourcing" could really help in finding new and creative solutions. It may also let new talent in the industry get noticed.
ReplyDeleteCrowdsourcing being contractor based is good as a cheaper alternative to solving a problem internally but leaves a certain amount of risk as these contractors are coming up with solutions to problems in a company that they have no real stake in.
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