Boeing's $787$ aircraft is produced by $50$ suppliers spread around the world, a huge increase in global outsourcing as compared to the past. Boeing's strategy, like that of other multinational companies, suggests that

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time zones and language differences remain significant impediments to global trade.

the manufacturing capabilities of suppliers in other nations is declining.

declining barriers to trade and investment are facilitating global production strategies.

as compared to foreign producers Boeing is more efficient at producing component parts.