In Decentralized Systems

question 71

Multiple Choice

In decentralized systems

• A) development occurs at the home base and operations are handed over to autonomous units in foreign locations.
• B) each foreign unit designs its own unique solutions and systems.
• C) systems development and operations occur in an integrated and coordinated fashion across all units.
• D) foreign units design the solutions and systems used at the domestic home base.

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