Navigating the BPO Odyssey: Past, present, and future with Derek Gallimore
In this enlightening episode of the Future Workforce podcast, our host Liam Martin engages in a comprehensive conversation with the BPO maven, Derek Gallimore.
Derek Gallimore is the founder and CEO of Outsource Accelerator and is regarded as a leading expert on all things outsourcing and BPO. Derek has been in business for 20 years, outsourcing for over eight years, and has been living in Manila (the heart of global outsourcing) since 2014.
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Hosted By
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Liam Martin
Founder & CMO
Time Doctor, Running Remote
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Derek Gallimore
Founder & CEO
Outsource Accelerator
In this episode, Liam and Derek delve into the fascinating world of the Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) industry, guiding listeners through a statistical journey of its performance, growth, and evolution.
Beginning with a detailed look at industry-specific statistics, they paint a picture of the BPO sector’s robust past and dynamic present. The conversation further dissects profit margins in the industry, providing listeners with valuable insights into the fiscal mechanics of the BPO space.
They also shed light on the key players making waves in the industry, providing a well-rounded view of the competitive landscape.
To cap it off, Liam and Derek gaze into the crystal ball to discuss the future of the BPO industry, offering expert predictions and advice for those navigating this ever-evolving sector.
Listen to this episode as they decode the Business Process Outsourcing industry, one statistic at a time. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or a curious newcomer, this conversation promises a wealth of knowledge and insight into the bustling world of business process outsourcing.
00:00 Introduction
00:23 What is Outsource Accelerator
01:29 How Derek started Outsource Accelerator
04:15 Statistics on the BPO industry
06:09 Niches in the BPO industry
08:45 What kind of BPO would you start
13:23 Which location would you start in
16:56 Africa
20:53 Mauritius
30:05 The Philippines
36:26 The Tech Industry
42:57 Revenue
44:12 What is stopping 500 to 1000 seat BPOs
49:02 Build the muscle
56:07 All threat