Toshiba Electronics Is Very Interested in Taking Advantage of Business

question 160

Multiple Choice

Toshiba Electronics is very interested in taking advantage of business opportunities in India but does not have access to India's market. Toshiba has the patent on a low-cost, quality computer system that could assist small businesses in India. Sony Computer, Toshiba's competitor, is experienced in India's small business market but does not have a computer comparable to Toshiba's. If Toshiba and Sony work together to utilize these strengths to seize this opportunity in India, what type of business structure would they likely use?

• A) Trading company
• B) Strategic alliance
• C) Licensing
• D) Direct ownership
• E) Exporting

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Definitions:

Line Manager

A manager who has direct responsibility for managing employees and operations, making key decisions that impact the core business.

Human Resources

The department in a company responsible for managing recruitment, employment, training, support, and policy development for staff.

Managing Human Resources

The process of recruiting, hiring, deploying, and managing an organization's employees in order to optimize workforce performance and meet the strategic goals.

HR Triad

A conceptual framework in human resources management that includes three key actors: line managers, HR professionals, and employees.