If You Wanted to Ensure That Your Business Maintains a Competitive

question 63

Multiple Choice

If you wanted to ensure that your business maintains a competitive edge, what should be one of your main concerns when purchasing technology?

• A) The new technology communicates with existing systems
• B) Standard operating procedures are supported so that innovative employees can focus on new markets
• C) The new technology is consistent with the technology owned by your customer base
• D) The new technology enables you to be innovative and move into new markets

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Definitions:

Trichomes

Small hair-like appendages on plants that serve various functions including defense against insects and reducing water loss.

Collenchyma

A type of plant tissue characterized by its living, elongated cells with unevenly thickened walls that provide structural support.

Xylem

A type of vascular tissue in plants that transports water and dissolved nutrients from the roots to the rest of the plant.

Maturation

The process of becoming mature, involving growth and development in organisms or the aging of beverages and cheeses to enhance flavor.