How Does Federal Express Maintain Its Ability to Compete on Time

question 36

Multiple Choice

How does Federal Express maintain its ability to compete on time during peak demand periods?

• A) it subcontracts overload to other firms
• B) it purchases more planes
• C) overtime
• D) it uses a very flexible part-time workforce
• E) it purchases more vans

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