Scenario: Global Manufacturing, Inc. (GMI)

question 115

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Scenario: Global Manufacturing, Inc. (GMI)
GMI is a fast-growing U.S. company that wants a production system that makes each of its product's two components in the location where the cost of production is lowest. The components will then be taken to maquiladoras for final assembly. GMI purchased an existing company in Brazil to produce component A and built a subsidiary in Thailand to produce component B.
-GMI's production system can best be described as ________.

• A) greenfield production
• B) centralized production
• C) rationalized production
• D) market power production

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Definitions:

Organizational Identification

The psychological connection between an employee and their organization, influencing their sense of belonging and loyalty.

Work Motivation

The internal and external forces that influence an individual’s willingness to perform and engage in their job tasks.

Reward Dissatisfaction

A state of discontent experienced by employees due to perceived unfair compensation, benefits, or recognition in comparison to their efforts or performance.

Unionized Firm

A company where the workforce is organized into a union, which negotiates with the employer on matters such as wages, hours, and working conditions.