All of the Following Reflect the Benefits of Starbucks' Revised

All of the following reflect the benefits of Starbucks' revised organizational structure except __________________________.

A) record operating margins in the first quarter of 2011
B) a stronger level of support for partner development, coaching and accountability
C) the ability to position key executives closer to customers and partners
D) the addition of many new Starbucks locations to the firm's store portfolio to better serve customers