Walmart's Attempts to Increase Its Online Presence Is an Example

question 16

Multiple Choice

Walmart's attempts to increase its online presence is an example of a firm using information systems to

• A)strengthen ties to its customers.
• B)simplify the industry value chain.
• C)develop synergies.
• D)focus on market niche.
• E)achieve low-cost leadership.

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Definitions:

Investment Turnover

A ratio that measures the efficiency of a company in using its investments to generate sales or revenue.

Operating Income

The income generated from the primary activities of a company, before subtracting any interest and tax expenses.

Profit Margin

A financial metric indicating the percentage of revenue that exceeds the cost of goods sold, representing the proportion of sales that turns into profit.

Operating Income

Income generated from the core operations of a company, excluding non-operating income and expenses, such as interest or tax.