Introduction
When companies decide to internationalise their operations there are many different reasons, both general and specific. They may change over time, but the fundamental reason to strengthen the companies' competitive positions remains quite unchanged. There are four major objectives why companies decide to become international. The decision to internationalise is a major strategic decision. According to Porter there are three different strategies. According to Dicken, 1992 there are two types of international production when companies are going to invest in production and distribution abroad.