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In recent years, focal firms have increasingly outsourced business services, such as software development, to independent suppliers across the world.
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In recent years, focal firms have increasingly outsourced business services, such as software development, to independent suppliers across the world.
TRUE
In advanced economies, firms generally do not outsource value-chain activities because they fear the loss of proprietary knowledge and trade secrets.
FALSE
Given the complexities of international business, manufacturing is generally the only value-chain activity that can be outsourced efficiently.
FALSE
Global sourcing first began in the 1990s when numerous U.S. manufacturers took advantage of NAFTA and shifted their facilities to Mexico.
FALSE
Offshoring is particularly common for focal firm business functions, such as accounting, customer service, and legal service activities.
TRUE
