Outsourcing in the training and development industry has been steadily increasing and shows no indication of slowing (Surgue & Kim, 2004). Gainey and Klaas's study shines light on the role of interfirm trust in effective outsourcing relationships. This reaction addresses a methodological question of the effect of the rating target on the results, but focuses on possible extensions of this research. Specific extensions include a deeper examination of factors contributing to Self Interested and Socially Oriented Trust, differentiating types of outsourcing relationships, and examining the perception of both the buyers and providers of outsourcing services.