The Home Depot Is Following an Overall Strategy of Growth

question 39

Multiple Choice

The Home Depot is following an overall strategy of growth. It's the fastest-growing retailer in history, opening a new store every 43 hours. Which of the following actions is Home Depot NOT likely to use as it implements its strategy?

• A) The Home Depot will hire many employees in the near future.
• B) The Home Depot will increase its recruiting efforts.
• C) The Home Depot will offer early retirement to workers.
• D) The Home Depot will try to ensure that its current workers stay with the firm.
• E) The Home Depot will offer extensive training to its staff.

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