Xi'an, China's important base of science research and education, has committed itself to developing BPO business, Jing Junhai, Director of the Administrative Committee of the Xi'an High-tech Development Zone said at the 2nd BPO International Forum on Wednesday in Xi'an.

Jing noted that the rich human resources of the city, huge potential software market, and complete infrastructures will guarantee smooth operation of BPO.

Following the 1st BPO International Forum held in 2004, both domestic and foreign enterprises including Accenture, TCS, GE, etc have shown strong desire to invest in Xi'an and form cooperation with the city, which, in turn consolidates the city's determination to engage in BPO business.

Now the city has worked out following strategies for developing BPO:

First, foster leading enterprises within the IT industry, which will guide related enterprises to transfer to business process outsourcing.

Second, keep on improving infrastructure development and improve service awareness to create first-rate environment for BPO.

Third, pay paramount attention to BPO talents training, and institute training plans.

Fourth, push forward BPO development through preferential treatment.

Fifth, put up legal framework, system for intellectual property protection and data protection.

By People's Daily Online