To keep track of the latest developments in computing, Lenovo's research centers are located in China, U$.$S$.$A$.,$ and Japan. Also, to benefit from low$-$cost labor and reduced shipping costs, the company's manufacturing facilities are in Mexico, India, and China. Which of the following strategies would require Lenovo to organize its operations worldwide in order to develop uniform products for its domestic and foreign markets?

a transnational strategy

a focalization strategy

a global$-$standardization strategy

a muttidomestic strategy