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Sub-tiers: The supplier you don’t know can hurt you

Recently, there has been a lot written about Boeing’s fastener shortage (WSJ article, subscription required) and how it could set back the introduction of the Dreamliner. (Update on 10/11/2007: The fastener shortage along with other material shortages at suppliers HAS officially set back the introduction of the Dreamliner, and Boeing’s stock has been taking the hit). [...]