Shared Services
Shared services is the now well-established principle of consolidating support services, and delivering these from centralized locations to provide lower costs, higher quality/reliability, standardization and harmonization of processes, and a flexible services delivery platform from which to leverage growth or manage business constriction. Find all the latest Shared Services content from SSON below...
Data Literacy as the First Step in Digital Transformation
November 28 by Edesio Santana
Learn how data literacy blends skills, culture, and courage to turn information into meaning and help organizations make smarter, aligned decisions.
From Cost to Strategic Partner: How GBS Leadership is Redefining Value
November 27 by Beth Brown
How GBS leaders at SSOW Autumn 2025 are shifting from cost centers to strategic partners through talent mobility, innovation, and storytelling.
The Great AI Debate: Point vs. Platform, Buy vs. Build
November 10 by Sally Fletcher
Listen to SSON's latest podcast episode, delving into the right way to implement AI in GBS (point vs. platform and buy vs. build).
Double-Hatting in GBS: Agility or Exhaustion?
November 07 by Deborah Kops
Discover when double-hatting drives GBS agility, and when it backfires. Learn how to use it strategically to build stronger, smarter teams.
Building a Bridge to the Future: Human-tech Collaboration for Results
November 05 by Edesio Santana
Discover how aligned people, processes, and technology drive enterprise resilience and innovation.
SSOW 2026 Teaser Trailer: 30 Years of Shared Services & GBS Excellence
October 03 by SSO Network
Get a sneak peek of what SSOW 2026 has in store- as SSON celebrates the event's 30th anniversary!
Rethinking Location Strategy: Ask the Expert
August 29 by SSO Network
View the Article: 'Rethinking Location Strategy: Ask the Expert' Learn more Today!
How to Establish Clear SLAs
August 13 by Beth Brown
View the infographic on "How to Establish Clear SLAs." Learn more today!
SSON Named in Selling Power Magazine’s 60 Best Companies to Sell For 2025 List
July 16 by Shared Services & Outsourcing Network
SSON has been named on Selling Power’s prestigious annual list of the 60 Best Companies to Sell For...
Why the Middle East is Becoming a Hub for Shared Services
June 20 by Shared Services & Outsourcing Network
Discover why the Middle East, with rising hubs like Cairo, Egypt and Dubai, is becoming a top destination for Shared Services...
GBS Careers Part Three
May 14 by Sally Fletcher
This episode is the 3rd in our careers focused series, recorded on-site at Shared Services & Outsourcing Week America, SSON’s largest event.
Exploring GBS Careers: Part One
April 14 by Sally Fletcher
On today’s podcast, Kendra Lovitt and Kiran Mann give insight into what their job entails and the skills you need to hone to work successfully in their roles.
