Of the Following, Which Is Not One of the Three

question 9

Multiple Choice

Of the following, which is not one of the three central principles recommended in this chapter for a firm organizing itself for international business?

• A) Organize value-adding activities along lines of comparative advantage.
• B) Establish a single office responsible for international systems and a global CIO position.
• C) Disperse production and marketing to regional centers and establish a single center for world headquarters and strategic management.
• D) Develop and operate systems units at each level of corporate activity-regional, national, and international.

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Definitions:

Specialty

A product or service that is distinguished by its unique characteristics, catering to a specific market niche.

Convenience

The ease and speed with which a product or service can be obtained or used, often a critical factor in consumer decision-making.

Product Differentiation

The process of distinguishing a product or service from others in the market to make it more attractive to a target audience.

Shopping Product

Goods that consumers purchase after comparing quality, price, and style from several sellers, requiring more decision-making effort than routine purchases.