Suppose an Organisation Has an Organic Structure That Relies on Lateral

question 21

Multiple Choice

Suppose an organisation has an organic structure that relies on lateral communications, cross-functional teams and task forces. This organisation would be one that is seeking to:

• A) maintain the status quo.
• B) innovate but doesn't know how to do it.
• C) be highly innovative.
• D) innovate very little.
• E) innovate to a moderate degree.

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Definitions:

Exporting

The act of selling goods or services produced in one country to buyers in other countries.

Direct Investment

The purchase or acquisition of a controlling interest in foreign business enterprises.

Direct Investment

The purchase or acquisition of a controlling interest in foreign business enterprises, leading to influence or management rights.

Joint Venture

A global market-entry strategy in which a foreign company and a local firm invest together to create a local business in order to share ownership, control, and profits of the new company.