A Negative Effect of Acquiring Other Firms for the Purpose

question 13

Multiple Choice

A negative effect of acquiring other firms for the purpose of innovation is:

• A)that innovation cannot be transferred between organisations
• B)the effect it can have on the firm's own ability to produce innovation
• C)that innovation may not actually be present in the firm after the purchase is completed
• D)that the acquired firm may not have wanted to be acquired

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Definitions:

Job Sharing

An employment arrangement where two or more individuals share the responsibilities, duties, and earnings of a single full-time job.

Alternative Work Arrangements

Employment setups differing from traditional full-time, on-site jobs, such as telecommuting, flexible schedules, or part-time work.

Diverse Workforce

Refers to a workplace that includes employees with a wide range of characteristics, such as race, gender, age, cultural background, and more.