Fortis may outsource factoring to Cap Gemini Poland
BRUSSELS (Thomson Financial) - Belgo-Dutch bancassurer Fortis NV will outsource the processing of incoming bills from suppliers, known as factoring, to Cap Gemini in Poland, Belgian daily De Standaard reports.
'If we do outsourcing, it's related to a very limited number of people, in specific activities, and always for non-core activities,' she said.
The report said the move would create 90 full-time jobs in Krakow, but cut 60 posts in Belgium.
The report also said Fortis may outsource its cash center service to peer Dexia SA.
Tackaert said that before any decisions are made, Fortis always consults with social partners such as trade unions.
Cap Gemini Krakow declined to comment.
