Outsourcing

question 1

Multiple Choice

Outsourcing:

• A)occurs primarily in large manufacturing firms in the private sector,but is rarely practiced in public purchasing.
• B)may reduce operating costs,improve focus on core competencies,and gain access to world-class capabilities.
• C)decisions are based on cost-benefit analysis.
• D)usually results in increased hiring to attain expertise that the organization does not already possess.
• E)is a low risk initiative because the firm can always revert back to performing the function in-house.

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Definitions:

Psychological Wounds

Emotional damage or trauma resulting from distressing experiences, affecting an individual's mental health and functioning.

Triggered

Describes a response activated by a specific stimulus, often resulting in emotional or psychological distress.

Individuation

A psychological process in which an individual becomes distinct and differentiated from others, often associated with the work of Carl Jung.

Psychological Separateness

The individual's ability to maintain their own identity and emotional independence while in relationships.