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Author Archive for George Atis, Chairman, Outsourcing and Technology practice groups, McMillan Binch LLP

Doing Cross-Border Outsourcing Deals: A Quick and Dirty Checklist | Article

Doing Cross-Border Outsourcing Deals: A Quick and Dirty Checklist | Article

Toronto outsourcing attorney George Atis lists six items U.S. attorneys must consider if their American clients are working in Canada. Cross-border outsourcing transactions are more difficult than they look.

‘Beat the Hell Outta the Supplier’ Negotiation Styles | Article

‘Beat the Hell Outta the Supplier’ Negotiation Styles | Article

Attorney George Atis believes contract negotiation styles should change. His vision of a more collaborative style can cut months from the negotiations and provide more harmony after the lawyers go home.

Outsourcing Service Provider or Buyer Bankruptcy: Only in Canada, Eh! | Article

Outsourcing Service Provider or Buyer Bankruptcy: Only in Canada, Eh! | Article

Canadian bankruptcy law differs from U.S. rules. If your Canadian service provider or buyer declares bankruptcy, two partners at McMillan Binch provide suggestions about what to do.

Five Tips for Vendors | Article

Five Tips for Vendors | Article

George Atis provides some pointers for vendors that should go a long way towards impressing buyers and expediting the closure of a deal.

Negotiating the Best Deal For Your Outsourcing Buck | Article

Negotiating the Best Deal For Your Outsourcing Buck | Article

For a company considering an outsourcing transaction – IT or business process outsourcing (BPO) – there are ways to improve the chances of getting the best deal for your outsourcing buck.