Understanding the Economies of Outsourcing

Understanding the Economies of Outsourcing

  • Outsourcing Contract Manufacturing: SOP Moving Forward?: For a dietary supplement brand, the decision to outsource its manufacturing is a choice to contract out a vital aspect of that organization. Consultant Mark Becker explores key questions to ask, how to audit potential partners and more.
  • Analytical Testing of Dietary Supplements: In-house vs. Outsourcing: Mary Mulry, owner of Foodwise, addresses some general issues regarding the economics of testing in-house versus outsourcing and describes specific testing issues most dietary supplement companies must address.
  • Partnerships for Safety and Toxicology Research: Senior editor Steve Myers discusses how partnering with a contract research organization (CRO) can save time and money, while freeing the company to focus on its core business and strengths.