What Occurs When Steps Are Added to the Value Chain

question 104

Multiple Choice

What occurs when steps are added to the value chain as new players find ways to add value to the business process?

• A) Intermediaries
• B) Disintermediation
• C) Reintermediation
• D) Cybermediation

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Definitions:

Greenmail

A situation where a company pays a premium to buy back its own stock from a shareholder to avert a takeover attempt.

Takeover Attempt

An effort by one company to acquire control of another company, often through the purchase of a majority of its stock.

Share Rights Plan

A strategy used by companies to defend against hostile takeovers by allowing shareholders to buy additional shares at a discount.

Taxable Acquisition

A corporate acquisition or merger that is subject to taxation.