This report examines the advantages and disadvantages of outsourcing business functions. The advantages discussed include reduced costs, access to expertise, faster processing, and increased focus on core tasks. The report highlights that outsourcing allows companies to reduce risks, improve time management, and build better relationships. However, the report also acknowledges several disadvantages, such as less control, potential hidden costs, security risks, quality issues, and financial risks. Other disadvantages include time constraints, moral dilemmas, and potential service delivery issues. The report concludes by emphasizing that outsourcing is particularly beneficial for small and medium-sized enterprises but may pose challenges for larger organizations due to security risks and service delays. The report suggests that companies can strategically use outsourcing for non-critical functions to improve efficiency and performance. The report includes references to relevant literature.