In a well$-$constructed initial response utilizing the knowledge you gained from the initial readings as well as your own experiences, discuss the following question:

Outsourcing is a very controversial practice but is prevalent among U$.$S$.$ companies. What are some of the pros and cons of outsourcing? Why do you think many firms are experiencing an increase in their levels of outsourcing?

You are required to provide a comprehensive initial post with $3-4$ well$-$developed paragraphs that include a topic sentence and at least $3-5$ supporting sentences with additional details, explanations, and examples. In addition, you are required to respond substantively to the initial posts of at least two other classmates with at least two paragraphs.