Definition

To obtain goods or services from within a company rather than from external sources.

Example

The company decided to insource its customer service to improve quality and reduce costs.

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Conversation

Have you ever thought about how companies insource their services?

Yeah, I read that it can save a lot of money in the long run.

Exactly! It makes so much sense to insource rather than outsourcing everything.

Right? Plus, it often leads to better quality control.

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Root Explanation

This word originates from the combination of 'in-' (meaning into or within) and 'source' (from Latin 'surgere', meaning to rise or spring up). The word 'insource' refers to the act of bringing something into a source or originating from within.

Memory Tip

Think of 'in-' meaning 'into' and 'source' as where something comes from — so 'insource' means to bring something into its origin.

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