A Global Project Called One Laptop Per Child Is Attempting

question 100

Multiple Choice

A global project called One Laptop per Child is attempting to distribute low-cost laptop computers to children in developing countries around the world in an attempt to shrink the ________.

• A) digital divide
• B) systems integration
• C) power distance
• D) horizontal disparity
• E) information privacy

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Definitions:

Multidomestic Strategy

A business strategy that involves tailoring products or services to fit the specific demands of local markets.

Bartlett and Goshal

Scholars known for their work on international business strategy, particularly for their theories on how multinational companies should be managed.

Decentralized Decision-Making

A management strategy where decision-making authority is distributed among various levels within the organization, rather than being centralized in a single point of leadership.

Geocentric Staffing Model

An approach to staffing for international businesses that seeks the best people for key jobs throughout the organization, regardless of nationality.