I think Madam Fraser gave a very accurate description of what a body shop is. In my simplest term, I would say that very often the people who are part of those companies would rather be working at something specific, so that's what they're very keen on. To be part of a consortium that allows them to work where the company essentially gets the contract, it's almost like expertise. They're very good at getting the contract, bidding, and they deploy the right skills. The people part of the company wants to work, as opposed to dealing with bids, so it's a good symbiotic relationship that, if done correctly, gives the right outcome.
On March 24th, 2009. See this statement in context.