I've heard of companies switching to ordering components for a product and assembling the product themselves instead of ordering the finished product. Can you explain to me what goes into the make vs$.$ buy decision?

$1.$Yeah, the overall decision to make or buy a product is based on whether it is easier for the company to make a product or part or buy it$.$ Sometimes companies would rather just pay someone else to do the work even if it's more expensive.

$2.$Yeah, the overall make vs$.$ buy decision is based on a company's personal preference. Normally, making or buying a product ends up being equal in cost$.$ Hmm $...$ That definitely gives me something to think about. Thanks!

$3.$ Yeah, the overall decision to make or buy a product is based on whether it is more cost effective to make or to buy a part or finished good. Cost consists of many factors that also impact the decision, including the available workforce, lead time, supplier quality, warehouse space, etc. what is the right answer