Procter & Gamble Used Communities of Practice and Human Resource

question 80

True/False

Procter & Gamble used communities of practice and human resource practices to help it achieve effective collaboration and integration across its different business units. This effort resulted in the successful development of the Crest Whitestrips product and is an example of good use of boundary-constrained organizational design.

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Definitions:

Direct Materials

Raw materials that are directly traced and integrated into a finished product and significantly contribute to its production cost.

Medical Supplies

Medical supplies encompass a wide range of products used in healthcare settings, including surgical instruments, diagnostic devices, and items used for patient care.

Administrative Expenses

Expenses that are not directly tied to a specific business activity but are necessary for the overall operation of a company; these may include salaries of administrative personnel, rent, and utilities.

Net Operating Income

A company's total income from operations, excluding expenses and taxes.