In the ________, the Philosophy Is That Responsibility for Operating

question 93

Multiple Choice

In the ________, the philosophy is that responsibility for operating decisions pertaining to a particular product should be shared by the product division and the various areas of the firm.

• A) worldwide product division structure
• B) classic global matrix structure
• C) worldwide area structure
• D) knowledge network structure

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Definitions:

Idle Capacity

The portion of a company's resources or production ability that is not being used in production but still incurs costs.

Special Order

A customer order that is outside the normal scope of company offerings, often requiring unique specifications, pricing, or production processes.

Fixed Manufacturing Cost

Costs that do not vary with the level of manufacturing output, including rent, salaries of permanent staff, and depreciation of factory equipment.

Modify

Alteration or adjustment to change an existing condition or set of properties.