The document discusses how the author's job was outsourced to India due to lower costs. It describes the emotional impact of losing one's job and livelihood. It then explains some of the common reasons companies outsource work such as cost savings, improved quality, access to expertise, and focus on core competencies. The document provides statistics on the size and growth of the Indian BPO industry, listing some of the top Indian BPO exporters. It also notes some challenges of outsourcing like meeting service levels and contractual issues.