Traditionally,MNEs Developed Innovation Processes That Were Either Very Centralized (Resulting

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Essay

Traditionally,MNEs developed innovation processes that were either very centralized (resulting in center-for-global innovation),or very decentralized (resulting in local-for-local innovation.)More recently,companies have developed two transnational innovation models.Describe the new models and the advantages they have over the older approaches to innovation.

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Definitions:

Manufacturing Overhead

All the indirect costs associated with the production process, including utilities, maintenance, and salaries of non-direct labor.

Depreciation Expense

The allocated portion of the cost of a tangible fixed asset that is considered used up or consumed during its period of use in business operations.

Overhead Costs

Expenses related to the day-to-day operations of a business that are not directly tied to a specific product or service, such as rent, utilities, and office supplies.

Finished Goods Inventory

The stock of completed products that are ready to be sold but have not been sold yet.