Of the Following, Which Is Not One of the Three

question 9

Multiple Choice

Of the following, which is not one of the three central principles recommended in this chapter for a firm organizing itself for international business?

• A) Organize value-adding activities along lines of comparative advantage.
• B) Establish a single office responsible for international systems and a global CIO position.
• C) Disperse production and marketing to regional centers and establish a single center for world headquarters and strategic management.
• D) Develop and operate systems units at each level of corporate activity-regional, national, and international.

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Definitions:

Rites Of Degradation

Ceremonies or rituals that aim to reduce the status of individuals within a group or society, often as a form of punishment or social ostracism.

Rites Of Engagement

Ceremonial practices or rituals within an organization that signify the inclusion or initiation of employees into new roles or statuses.

Organizational Rites

Ceremonial activities and practices that reinforce the culture and values of an organization, often marking significant milestones or transitions.

Group Boundaries

The invisible lines that define the limits and rules for membership, behavior, and roles within a team or organization.