Which of the Following Is Not Considered a Strategic Alliance

question 42

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not considered a strategic alliance success factor?

• A) Have a clear strategic purpose.
• B) Operate with short-term time horizon.
• C) Agree on an exit strategy for when the partners' objectives are achieved or the partnership fails.
• D) Minimize conflicts among the partners by clarifying the objectives.
• E) Identify likely partnering risks and deal with them when the alliance is formed.

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