Two Business Units Operate Out of Different Buildings in a Large

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Essay

Two business units operate out of different buildings in a large city. They offer distinct products to customers and have their own budgets. However, they must share training facilities located at headquarters, also located in the city. This often creates conflict because both business units tend to want the training facilities at the same time. Describe the source(s) of conflict that are apparent in this situation and describe two potential solutions that would minimize this conflict.

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Definitions:

Internal Body Clock

Refers to the biological mechanisms that regulate our sleep-wake cycles and other physiological processes, also known as the circadian rhythm.

Calendar

A system of organizing days for social, religious, commercial, or administrative purposes, typically by giving each day a unique date.

Cross-Cultural Conflict

Disagreements or misunderstandings that arise among individuals from different cultural backgrounds.

Neutrality

The state of not supporting or helping either side in a conflict or disagreement.