Diversified Technologies, Inc

question 135

Essay

Diversified Technologies, Inc. (DTI) makes four types of products, each type to be sold to different types of clients. For example, one product is sold exclusively to automobile repair shops, whereas another is used mainly in hospitals. Customer expectations and needs are surprisingly similar throughout the world. However, the company has separate marketing, product design, and manufacturing facilities in North America, Europe, Asia, and South America because, until recently, each jurisdiction had unique regulations governing the production and sales of these products. However, several governments have begun the process of deregulating the products that DTI designs and manufactures, and trade agreements have opened several markets to foreign-made products. Which form of departmentalization might be best for DTI if deregulation and trade agreements occur?

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Definitions:

Office Supplies

Items used in offices by businesses and other organizations, typically including small expendable items such as pens, paper, staples, and envelopes.

Closing Process

The accounting procedure used to close out temporary accounts and transfer their balances to permanent accounts at the end of an accounting period.

Net Income

The amount of money remaining after all operating expenses, taxes, interest, and dividends are deducted from total revenue; a key indicator of company profitability.

Retained Earnings

The portion of a company's profits that is held or retained and not paid out as dividends to shareholders, often used for reinvestment in the business.