Question 1
The case mentions the dependence of BPs IT organization on external
contractors. Why would this be an issue? When is it a good idea for IT
departments to hire contractors, and when is it not? Discuss some scenarios.Question 2
The culture of the IT organization is mentioned as an important issue.
How do you think it changed throughout the period covered here? What did it
look like when Deasy came on board? What does it look like now?Question 3
How did BP get to the situation mentioned at the beginning of the
transformation process? Does it appear to be the result of a conscious decision?
Use examples from the case to illustrate your answer.The case mentions the dependence of BPs IT organization on external
contractors. Why would this be an issue? When is it a good idea for IT
departments to hire contractors, and when is it not? Discuss some scenarios.
The culture of the IT organization is mentioned as an important issue.
How do you think it changed throughout the period covered here? What did it
look like when Deasy came on board? What does it look like now?
How did BP get to the situation mentioned at the beginning of the
transformation process? Does it appear to be the result of a conscious decision?
Use examples from the case to illustrate your answer.
