One of the Primary Disadvantages of the Global Strategy and Worldwide

question 28

Multiple Choice

One of the primary disadvantages of the global strategy and worldwide product divisional structure is that:

• A) it will be necessary to communicate with managers who speak another language.
• B) the firm must develop centers to offer after-sales service to customers.
• C) these make it difficult to respond effectively to local market needs and preferences.
• D) achieving economies of scale with this strategy/structure combination is nearly impossible.

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