A Corporate Strategy That Cuts Across Divisional Boundaries to Build

question 89

Multiple Choice

A corporate strategy that cuts across divisional boundaries to build synergy across business units and to improve the competitive position of one or more business units is called

• A) vertical strategy.
• B) horizontal strategy.
• C) hierarchical strategy.
• D) portfolio strategy.
• E) pyramid strategy.

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Definitions:

Withdrawing

The act of pulling back or removing oneself from a situation, engagement, or commitment.

Confronting

The act of facing or addressing problems, disagreements, or challenging situations directly.

Collaborating

Working jointly with others, especially in an intellectual endeavor, to achieve a common goal.

Cultural Profiles

Descriptions or analyses of the characteristic features of different cultures, often used to understand or predict behaviors and preferences.