When IBM Dropped Its Organizational Structure Based on Country and Reorganized

question 19

Multiple Choice

When IBM dropped its organizational structure based on country and reorganized into industry groups worldwide, it became a

• A) transnational organization.
• B) multidomestic corporation.
• C) global company.
• D) focused organization.

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Definitions:

Visibility

Refers to the degree to which work or actions are seen or recognized by others in an organization, often affecting career opportunities and perceptions of performance.

Ingratiation

A psychological technique aimed at making oneself more likable to others through flattery or other means of manipulation to gain favor or approval.

Coalition

A coalition refers to a temporary alliance of distinct parties, groups, or nations for combined action, usually formed for specific political or strategic purposes.

Influence Tactics

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