____ Are Sometimes Used to Consolidate and Spin Off Poor

question 131

Multiple Choice

____ are sometimes used to consolidate and spin off poor performing businesses and to allow a company to focus on its core businesses, thus lowering the firm's level of diversification.

• A) Joint ventures
• B) Synergistic alliances
• C) Horizontal complementary alliances
• D) Dynamic alliance networks

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Definitions:

Control

In management, it refers to the process of monitoring activities to ensure they are being accomplished as planned and correcting any significant deviations.

Sigma C-chart

A type of control chart used in statistical process control to monitor the number of defects per unit of a product or service, helping manufacturers identify variability in their processes.

Paint Process

A manufacturing or finishing procedure where a protective or decorative coating is applied to the surface of a material, often involving preparation, application, and drying stages.

Defects

Imperfections or errors in a product or process that result in a lack of quality or performance.