Sony Previously Selected Sir Howard Stringer as CEO

question 10

Multiple Choice

Sony previously selected Sir Howard Stringer as CEO. Sir Howard was not Japanese and he was not a Sony employee before his selection. Which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A) Sony's top management team will be more heterogeneous with the addition of Sir Howard.
• B) Sir Howard will have a broader perspective of the firm and its competitive environment than would a Sony insider.
• C) If Sony's top management team is homogeneous, Sir Howard's future impact on Sony's strategy is ambiguous.
• D) The decision-making process on Sony's top management team will be smoother and faster with the addition of Sir Howard.

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Definitions:

Joint Study Committees

Collaborative groups formed by representatives from different parties, often within a workplace, to investigate and provide insights or solutions on specific issues or projects.

Training Programs

Structured courses or modules designed to enhance the skills, knowledge, and competencies of employees or individuals.

Sincere Concern

Genuine care and consideration shown towards the feelings, circumstances, or well-being of others.

Prior Consultation

The process of seeking advice, opinions, or consent from relevant stakeholders before making decisions, especially in contexts affecting their interests.