International Businesses Generally Base Their Structures on Certain Factors

question 28

Multiple Choice

International businesses generally base their structures on certain factors.To achieve horizontal differentiation, _____.​

• A)a hierarchy of authority must be created that clarifies the responsibilities of both domestic and foreign managers​
• B)​the global structure must allow decisions to be made in the most appropriate area of the organization
• C)​controls must be in place that reflect the strategies and goals of the parent firm
• D)​foreign and domestic operations should be grouped in such a way that the company effectively serves the needs of all customers

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