At Ajax Corporation, Differentiation Is High and Integration Is Low

question 245

Multiple Choice

At Ajax Corporation, differentiation is high and integration is low.This suggests that

• A)Ajax offers a large number of products and services.
• B)sales and production don't see eye-to-eye.
• C)functional managers have similar goals and time orientations.
• D)Ajax is performing very effectively.
• E)managers have very wide spans of control.

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Definitions:

Forward Buying

The practice of purchasing stock in larger quantities than needed immediately to take advantage of lower prices or anticipated price increases.

Peak Period

The time when demand for goods or services is at its highest, often leading to increased prices and competition.

Time Flexibility

The ability to adapt to changes in scheduling or deadlines.

Workforce

The collective group of individuals engaged in work within an organization, encompassing all employees and labor.