In Comparing Wal- Mart to Macy's, Wal- Mart Has Chosen

question 21

Multiple Choice

In comparing Wal- mart to Macy's, Wal- mart has chosen which competitive strategy?

• A) low- cost
• B) best- of- breed
• C) differentiation
• D) business process redesign

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Definitions:

Coordination of Effort

The organisation of individual and group efforts in a way that maximizes efficiency and achievement of common goals.

Common Purpose

A shared goal or vision that unites a group of individuals or an organization.

Division of Labor

The allocation of different parts of a manufacturing process or task to different individuals in order to improve efficiency.

Hierarchy of Authority

The structured ranking of positions within an organization, where every level is subordinate to the one above it.