A Major Reason Outsourcing Is Effective Is That

question 11

Multiple Choice

A major reason outsourcing is effective is that:

• A) it increases the innovative potential of the firm.
• B) few firms possess superior capability in all primary and support activities.
• C) it permits unlimited access to capital resources.
• D) competitors do not have access to the same external sources.

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