A number of features of the Finnish economy place the country in a good position to benefit from the opportunities of globalisation; these include openness to international trade and foreign direct investment, a high education level of the population, and a strong innovation record. Indeed, top Finnish firms, such as Nokia, have been flexible and innovative in taking advantage of these opportunities through outsourcing and specialisation. Moreover, the government plays a key role in easing the pain that economic restructuring can involve; the tax and benefit system facilitates a significant redistribution of the benefits of globalisation and social safety nets provide support for those who lose their job.