What are the key challenges in managing outsourced and offshore product development programs? As you consider moving your product development to an outsourcing partner, here are some important questions to consider:

Do you know the status of each task, even when it is 2pm in your office and 2am at your outsourcing partner's location?

Are you informed whenever an issue is raised or there is a roadblock, and if so, is it within seconds or days?

Can you ensure that the development team is responsive enough to keep up with changing requirements?

Have you considered how to manage agile processes in an outsourced setting?

Are you confident that the product development program will not be affected by personnel changes?