An Example of a Business Using Information Systems for Supplier

question 18

Multiple Choice

An example of a business using information systems for supplier intimacy is:

• A) Apple's creation of the iPad.
• B) JCPenney's information system that allows its contract manufacturers to see what garments have been sold and need to be replaced.
• C) Citibank's ATM system.
• D) Verizon's web-based digital dashboard providing real-time company information for managers.
• E) the Mandarin Oriental's use of computers to keep track of guests' preferences.

Identify the sociocultural influences on consumer behavior.

Analyze the factors influencing joint decision making in families.

Grasp the concept of subcultures and their impact on consumer behavior.

Acknowledge the significance of product innovation in consumer preferences.

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