A Major US

question 43

Multiple Choice

A major U.S.manufacturer of children's toys believes its main competitive advantage lies in its continuing development of innovative toys and games.The company is facing increasing competition on price, and it is strongly considering outsourcing to offshore firms as a means of reducing costs.The LAST function this firm should consider outsourcing is:

• A) operations.
• B) research and development.
• C) supply-chain management.
• D) distribution.

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