Only Product Firms Have an Operations Process

question 6

True/False

Only product firms have an operations process.

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Definitions:

Geocentric Staffing Model

The geocentric staffing model puts parent-country, host-country, and third-country nationals all in the same category, with the firm attempting to always hire the best person available for a position.

International Corporation

A corporation that operates in multiple countries, managing production or delivering services across national borders.

Agency Problems

Issues that arise in a corporation due to conflicts of interest between those who manage the company (agents) and those who own it (principals).

Transnational Strategy

A multinational corporation's approach to global competition that involves seeking efficiency, flexibility, and learning on a global basis.