Which of the Following Is Not One of the Outcomes

question 46

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not one of the outcomes that collaborative relationships tend to foster?

• A) Longer term contracts
• B) Reduction of risk for suppliers
• C) Reducing total costs
• D) A focus on price
• E) Improvement of processes

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Definitions:

Centralized Control

A management structure where decision-making authority is concentrated at the top levels of the organization.

Technical Expertise

The specialized knowledge or skills in a particular field or domain, allowing individuals to perform tasks with high levels of competence.

Divisional Geographic Structure

An organizational structure where operations are grouped based on geographical regions.

Functional Structure

An organizational design where employees are divided into departments based on their functions or specializations.