This document discusses the differences between insourcing and outsourcing IT projects within healthcare. It notes that insourcing allows more control over design and standards but involves managing more unknowns, while outsourcing provides tried-and-tested solutions but less control. It recommends outsourcing for standard tools, insourcing for non-standard projects linked to service redesign, and maintaining good relationships with all suppliers. The key is choosing the right approach based on the specific project's needs.