A Firm Is Seeking a New Factory Location, and Is

question 10

Multiple Choice

A firm is seeking a new factory location, and is considering several countries worldwide. In some of these countries, child labour is prevalent; in others, working conditions and worker safety are inferior to conditions in the U.S. An operations manager paying attention to ________ will factor these issues into the location decision.

• A) ethical and social responsibility issues
• B) key success factors
• C) factor-rating systems
• D) geographic information systems
• E) regression models

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Definitions:

Preparedness

The state of being ready and well-prepared for a particular task or event.

Effectiveness

The degree to which objectives are achieved and desired results are met efficiently.

Conflicts

Disagreements or disputes between parties that can arise from differences in interests, beliefs, or perceptions.

Strategies

Plans of action designed to achieve a long-term or overall aim by navigating challenges and utilizing resources effectively.