To bring perspective to the current debate on the issue of offshoring in the U.S., McKinsey convened a leadership breakfast for business executives and invited a panel representing an array of viewpoints on the topic.  Michael Patsalos-Fox, McKinsey Chairman of the Americas, introduced the session held in New York city:

"The issue of offshoring has created a whirlwind of debate that could define the next generation of global economic growth.  Key business issues - including corporate competitiveness, economic development,  job growth, and productivity  - are all tied to how offshoring evolves.  The report on offshoring by the McKinsey Global Institute provides compelling analysis of the global benefits of offshoring.  But, offshoring provides its own sets of challenges. We are very pleased to have with us today leading thinkers on the topic to provide their perspectives and insights for a discussion moderated by Tom Friedman of The New York Times."

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