Involving Customers and Suppliers in Product Development, Establishing a Stage-Gate

question 99

Multiple Choice

Involving customers and suppliers in product development, establishing a stage-gate funnel process, and creating cross-functional teams are value chain strategies that

• A)ensure internal and external demands are met.
• B)exchange productivity for faster delivery.
• C)sacrifice efficiency for greater organizational buy-in.
• D)elevate management oversight.
• E)increase product innovation.

Distinguish between open and closed groups and their significance in an organization.

Evaluate the role of conflict and communication in team effectiveness.

Understand the concept and components of team empowerment.

Grasp the importance of team problem-solving and how it compares to individual problem solving.

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