For Make-Or-Buy Decisions, a Supplier's Ability to Maintain Secrecy of Intellectual

question 72

Multiple Choice

For make-or-buy decisions, a supplier's ability to maintain secrecy of intellectual property is considered a(n) ________.

• A) qualitative factor
• B) irrelevant cost
• C) differential factor
• D) opportunity cost

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Definitions:

Baldwin and Ford

Baldwin and Ford is a model that outlines the factors influencing the transfer of training, including trainee characteristics, training design, and work environment.

Transfer of Training Process

The application of skills, knowledge, or attitudes learned in one context to another context, typically from a training environment to the job.

Training Inputs

The resources, materials, and information required to effectively design and implement a training program.

Learning and Retention

The process by which individuals acquire new skills or knowledge and the extent to which they are able to retain and apply this information over time.