Organizations Use the IS Function and Technology as the Lever

question 92

Multiple Choice

Organizations use the IS function and technology as the lever for simultaneously shrinking the organization by reducing personnel head count and making the organization more productive (i.e.,doing more with less) .Identify the term which defines this activity carried out within an organization.

• A) offshoring
• B) downsizing
• C) outsourcing
• D) liquidating
• E) networking

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Definitions:

Common Stock

A type of ownership in a corporation that entitles holders to vote on corporate matters and receive dividends.

Cash Increase

The rise in the amount of cash and cash equivalents that a company has during a particular period, often resulting from operational activities, financing, or investments.

Statement of Cash Flows

A document that outlines the overall cash income from both the operational efforts and investment income of a company, and the expenditure on business activities and investment payments over a specified period.

Operating Activities

Activities related to the day-to-day functions of a business involved in producing and selling its products or services.