Member of Russell Bedford International named in IAOP'S Global Outsourcing 100 List

October 20, 2007 (PRLEAP.COM) Business News
Outsource Partners International, Inc. (OPI), a member of the Russell Bedford global accounting network, has been selected by the International Association of Outsourcing Professionals' annual listing as the world's best outsourcing providers.

The IOAP first unveiled the names of the companies included in the 2007 Global Outsourcing 100 Listing at the recent 2007 Outsourcing World Summit.

The Global Services 100 recognises outsourcing service providers that have demonstrated the highest levels of ability and achievement throughout the industry. Providers were evaluated by set criteria and various processes based on financial health, growth rates, customer experience, depth and breadth competencies, as well as training and management capabilities. The final listing were selected by a panel of independent judges, who are all well noted outsourcing industry specialists.

Kishore Mirchandani, OPI's President said, "Selection for the Global Outsourcing 100 for the second consecutive year is a great honour."

Michael F. Corbett, IAOP's Chairman adds, "The companies of this year's Global Outsourcing 100 List represent the elite of our field. They hail from every corner of the globe. They provide an extensive array of cutting-edge services. Through the program's application and review process they have proven themselves to be the best at what they do."

For further information, contact Kishore Mirchandani at Outsource Partners International, Inc. on +91 80 66207777 (India) or +1 212 768 9393 x 2525 (USA). Alternatively, visit the websites at www.opiglobal.com and www.russellbedford.com.

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About Outsource Partners International, Inc.

Outsource Partners International, Inc. (OPI) is a leading professional services firm dedicated entirely to the provision of finance and accounting outsourcing. OPI delivers customised business outsourcing solutions that range from single service functions, such as accounts payable or accounts receivable, to full-service finance and accounting, including general ledger accounting, SEC financial reporting and risk management.

OPI has more that 1400 associates operating in its offices throughout the United States, Europe and India.



Since OPI's establishment in 2002, the firm has been a member of the Russell Bedford International network.

About Russell Bedford International

Russell Bedford International was established in 1983 by a group of medium-sized independent accounting practices aiming to counter the market dominance of the major multi-national accounting firms.

Russell Bedford is now a closely-connected global association of independent accounting and business consultancy firms in key locations around the world, and is represented by some 200 offices in more than 70 countries in Europe, the Americas, the Middle East, Africa and Asia-Pacific.

All Russell Bedford affiliates are well-established firms offering international business advice and services to local and multinational clients. Most provide a full range of services comprising accounting, auditing, tax advice, general business guidance and financial consulting. In addition, many have special expertise in particular fields, such as international taxation or information technology.