Discussion 5 - Outsourcing, a necessary evil or not? 1919 unread replies.1919 replies. Here is a very relevant discussion assignment. Read Chapter 8 entry strategies, especially Outsourcing as a Strategic alliance. Question: Pick and name an American company (1point) that has been offshoring/ offshore outsourcing. Answer these questions. What products/ services were outsourced? (1point) Which country/ countries does (or did) this company outsource to? (1point) Was the result of outsourcing positive or negative for the American company? Don't be vague. Clearly state your answer. (1point)