Question 1

Internet-based VPNs provide the same level of quick and predictable response as private networks.

Accepted Answer

Internet-based VPNs, while cost-effective and widely accessible, can experience variable performance and latency issues due to the unpredictable nature of internet traffic, unlike private networks which offer more consistent and reliable performance.

Question 2

Which of the following statements about connectivity in relation to global systems is not true?
A)Few global corporations trust the security of the Internet.
B)The public Internet guarantees a basic level of service.
C)Many global corporations use private networks to communicate sensitive data.
D)Not all countries support basic Internet service.
E)The Internet provides a powerful foundation for providing connectivity among the dispersed units of global firms.

Accepted Answer

The public Internet does not guarantee a basic level of service, as it is subject to varying levels of performance and reliability depending on numerous factors such as infrastructure, traffic, and service provider capabilities.

Question 3

While private networks have guaranteed service levels and better security than the Internet,the Internet is the primary foundation for global corporate networks when lower security and service levels are acceptable.

Accepted Answer

While private networks may have better security and guaranteed service levels, the Internet still serves as the primary foundation for many global corporate networks, particularly when lower security and service levels are acceptable for certain applications or activities.

Question 4

What is software localization and why is it important for global companies?

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Question 5

List and describe four of the challenges involved with international networks.

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Question 6

Why should only some core systems be coordinated on a transnational basis?

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Question 7

Software localization is the process of:
A)developing a purely graphical user interface.
B)converting software programming to run on a different platform.
C)converting software to operate in a second language.
D)modifying software so that it can be adopted in other countries without engineering changes.
E)modifying software so executives can understand its command language.

Accepted Answer

Software localization is the process of adapting a software application to meet the language, cultural, and other specific requirements of a particular country or region. It involves translating the user interface, help files, documentation, and any other text in the software into the target language. Therefore, option C, converting software to operate in a second language, is the correct answer.

Question 8

You work for a business consulting firm,and you have been asked to advise Bamboo Home,a home furniture retailer on implementing a global information system.What general benefits can Bamboo Home expect from a globalized system?

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Question 9

Which of the following has the second-highest percentage of Internet users based on its total population in the world?
A)China
B)India
C)United States
D)Brazil
E)Canada

Accepted Answer

According to the latest data from the World Bank, the United States has the second-highest percentage of internet users based on its total population in the world, with 89.4% of its population using the internet. The highest percentage is held by Iceland with 98.2%. China has the largest number of internet users in the world, but due to its large population, its percentage of internet users based on the total population is lower than that of the United States.

Question 10

You are working for a global electronic parts manufacturing company with divisions in Taiwan,Malaysia,Australia,and Germany,that has embarked on developing a global enterprise system.To ensure that overseas divisions comply with the new system,they are considering a cooptation strategy in which they will permit each country unit the opportunity to develop one transnational application first in its home territory,and then throughout the world.What are the benefits and drawbacks to this approach? Are there any other solutions for the company's cooptation strategy?

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Question 11

Which of the following is not an important technology issue to consider when developing an international information system?
A)Standardizing the global computing platform
B)Deciding how mobile computing will fit into your international system
C)Finding specific software applications that are user friendly and enhance productivity
D)Building sufficient connectivity
E)Developing common data standards

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Question 12

Which of the following is not one of the challenges posed by international networks,including the Internet?
A)Quality of service
B)Security
C)Costs and tariffs
D)Differences in Internet protocols
E)Network management

Accepted Answer

Differences in Internet protocols are not a challenge posed by international networks, including the Internet, because the Internet is built on a standardized set of protocols (primarily TCP/IP) that ensure interoperability and connectivity across different networks worldwide.

Question 13

How does the Internet benefit the development of a global information system? Should all global systems be based on the Internet?

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Question 14

In developing countries,use of the Internet is limited by all of the following except:
A)use of mobile telephones.
B)high cost of Internet access.
C)poor bandwidth capacity.
D)unreliable power grids.
E)political disruptions.

Accepted Answer

The use of mobile telephones has actually helped to increase access to the Internet in developing countries, as many people use their phones to connect to the Internet rather than traditional computers or wired connections. However, high costs, poor bandwidth capacity, unreliable power grids, and political disruptions are all significant barriers to Internet access and use in developing countries.

Question 15

Based on your reading of the chapter,why should companies avoid creating an all-encompassing,new global system when moving towards global operations?
A)This approach may fail due to a lack of visibility.
B)It is difficult to quantify and explain the benefits of information systems that are large.
C)"Grand design" approaches typically fail to identify centers of excellence.
D)This approach tends to fail because of an inability to focus resources.
E)This approach tends to fail because of a lack of concrete objectives.

Accepted Answer

Creating an all-encompassing, new global system often fails because it spreads resources too thinly, making it difficult to focus on specific areas that need attention or improvement.

Question 16

Which types of systems are widely used by manufacturing and distribution firms to connect to suppliers on a global basis?
A)TPS
B)EDI
C)CRM
D)Enterprise systems
E)MIS

Accepted Answer

EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) is a widely used system by manufacturing and distribution firms to connect to suppliers on a global basis. It allows for the electronic exchange of business documents, such as purchase orders and invoices, between different companies using a standardized format. This streamlines the supply chain process and reduces the likelihood of errors or delays.

Question 17

Which of the following is not one of the principal problems of international networks?
A)Network capacity
B)Poor quality of international service
C)Network standards
D)Regulatory constraints
E)Installation delays

Accepted Answer

Network standards are typically established in order to ensure compatibility and interoperability between different networking devices and software. While there may be challenges in achieving consistent network standards globally, this is not typically seen as one of the principal problems of international networks. Instead, the primary challenges tend to revolve around issues such as network capacity, poor quality of service, regulatory constraints, and installation delays.

Question 18

List at least four difficult problems for management in the development of the international information system.Which do you see as the most problematic,and why?

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Question 19

Which of the following countries has the highest percentage of its total population using the Internet?
A)United States
B)China
C)Brazil
D)Norway
E)Somalia

Accepted Answer

According to the International Telecommunication Union's 2019 report, Norway has the highest percentage of individuals using the internet, with a rate of 98.28%. Therefore, option D is the correct answer. The United States has a rate of 89.47%, China has a rate of 50.91%, Brazil has a rate of 66.64%, and Somalia has a rate of 2.70%.

Question 20

The rate of growth in the Internet population is far faster in North America and Europe than it is in Africa and the Middle East.

Accepted Answer

The statement is false. The rate of growth in the internet population is actually faster in Africa and the Middle East compared to North America and Europe. This is due to factors such as increasing affordability and accessibility of mobile devices and data plans in these regions.

Quiz 15: Managing Global Systems

Internet-based VPNs provide the same level of quick and predictable response as private networks.

Which of the following statements about connectivity in relation to global systems is not true?

While private networks have guaranteed service levels and better security than the Internet,the Internet is the primary foundation for global corporate networks when lower security and service levels are acceptable.

What is software localization and why is it important for global companies?

List and describe four of the challenges involved with international networks.

Why should only some core systems be coordinated on a transnational basis?

Software localization is the process of:

You work for a business consulting firm,and you have been asked to advise Bamboo Home,a home furniture retailer on implementing a global information system.What general benefits can Bamboo Home expect from a globalized system?

Which of the following has the second-highest percentage of Internet users based on its total population in the world?

Which of the following is not an important technology issue to consider when developing an international information system?

Which of the following is not one of the challenges posed by international networks,including the Internet?

How does the Internet benefit the development of a global information system? Should all global systems be based on the Internet?

In developing countries,use of the Internet is limited by all of the following except:

Based on your reading of the chapter,why should companies avoid creating an all-encompassing,new global system when moving towards global operations?

Which types of systems are widely used by manufacturing and distribution firms to connect to suppliers on a global basis?

Which of the following is not one of the principal problems of international networks?

List at least four difficult problems for management in the development of the international information system.Which do you see as the most problematic,and why?

Which of the following countries has the highest percentage of its total population using the Internet?

The rate of growth in the Internet population is far faster in North America and Europe than it is in Africa and the Middle East.