Question 1

Business pressures on organizations are created when there are changes in
A)Social factors
B)Economic factors
C)Legal factors
D)Political factors
E)Changes in all of these will create business pressures.

Accepted Answer

Changes in any one of these factors can create business pressures, but it is often a combination of multiple factors that puts pressure on organizations. For example, a change in a political factor such as trade policies could lead to an economic downturn, which in turn affects the social factors such as consumer behavior and preferences. Therefore, changes in all of these factors will create business pressures.

Question 2

Producing identical items in large quantities is called:
A)Strategic systems.
B)Customer focus.
C)Continuous improvement.
D)Mass production.
E)Mass customization.

Accepted Answer

Mass production involves producing identical items in large quantities, typically through assembly line processes.

Question 3

The Bodymetrics body scanner is best characterized as an example of:
A)Mass production.
B)Customer focus.
C)Real-time customer input.
D)Mass customization.
E)Continuous improvement.

Accepted Answer

The Bodymetrics body scanner allows for mass customization, as it uses real-time customer input to tailor clothing recommendations to each individual's unique measurements and body shape. This demonstrates a customer-focused approach that uses continuous improvement to provide personalized and high-quality products. It does not involve mass production or continuous improvement in the traditional sense.

Question 4

Producing customized items in large quantities is called:
A)Strategic systems.
B)Customer focus.
C)Continuous improvement.
D)Mass production.
E)Mass customization.

Accepted Answer

Mass customization involves producing customized items in large quantities.

Question 5

According to Friedman, the focus of Globalization 2.0 was on:
A)Countries
B)Companies
C)Groups
D)Individuals

Accepted Answer

According to Friedman, the focus of Globalization 2.0 was on companies, as multinational corporations became major players in the global economy and drove much of the integration and expansion of global markets.

Question 6

The workforce in developed countries is exhibiting all of the following trends except:
A)It is becoming more diversified.
B)It includes more women.
C)It includes more single parents.
D)It includes fewer persons with disabilities.
E)It includes more minority-group members.

Accepted Answer

The statement "It includes fewer persons with disabilities" is incorrect. The workforce in developed countries is actually becoming more inclusive of persons with disabilities, thanks to advancements in technology and a push for workplace diversity and inclusion.

Question 7

____________ is a strategy of producing a large quantity of items, but customizing them to fit the desire of each customer.
A)Customer focus
B)Make-to-order
C)Mass customization
D)Personalization

Accepted Answer

Mass customization is the strategy of producing a large quantity of items, but customizing them to fit the desire of each customer. This allows for personalized products without sacrificing efficiency in production.

Question 8

Which of the following is not an example of the growing initiative called green IT?
A)Designing an IT infrastructure to support sustainability.
B)Building systems that monitor carbon throughout the organization.
C)Asking vendors about compliance on environmental standards.
D)Building computer applications that use less energy
E)Designing energy-efficient data centers.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following is not an...

Question 9

____________ pressures are generated by the global economy, intense competition, the changing nature of the workforce, and powerful customers.
A)Economic
B)Market
C)Social
D)Technology

Accepted Answer

Market pressures are generated by factors such as the global economy, intense competition, the changing nature of the workforce, and powerful customers, all of which influence the market dynamics businesses operate within.

Question 10

According to Friedman, the focus of Globalization 3.0 was on:
A)Countries
B)Companies
C)Groups and Individuals
D)Governments

Accepted Answer

Globalization 3.0, as described by Thomas Friedman, emphasizes the empowerment of individuals and small groups, allowing them to collaborate and compete globally.

Question 11

According to Friedman, the focus of Globalization 1.0 was on:
A)Countries
B)Companies
C)Groups
D)Individuals

Accepted Answer

According to Friedman, the focus of Globalization 1.0 was on countries or nation-states. This era of globalization was driven by countries seeking to expand their power and influence through colonization and conquest.

Question 12

____________ is a strategy of producing customized (made to individual specifications)products and services.
A)Customer focus
B)Make-to-order
C)Mass customization
D)Personalization

Accepted Answer

The answer of ____________ is a strategy of producing customized...

Question 13

Spending to protect against terrorism is an example of __________ pressure.
A)Economic
B)Market
C)Social
D)Technology

Accepted Answer

Spending to protect against terrorism is an example of social pressure as it is driven by the fear and concern of citizens for their safety and security. It is not related to economic, market or technology pressure.

Question 14

New and improved technologies rapidly create and support substitutes for products, alternative service options, and superb quality. This is an example of ________ pressures.
A)Economic
B)Market
C)Social
D)Technology

Accepted Answer

The statement mentions the advancements in technologies that create substitutes, alternative options and better quality. This indicates technological pressures, and hence the correct answer is D. Economic pressures relate to financial and resource constraints, market pressures refer to competitive and customer demands, and social pressures are based on societal and cultural changes.

Question 15

Market pressures include which of the following?
A)The global economy
B)Weak competition
C)A homogeneous workforce
D)Weak customers
E)High-cost offshore labor

Accepted Answer

The answer of Market pressures include which of the following?
A)The...

Question 16

Today's customers have ________.
A)Less knowledge about products
B)Less sophistication
C)Difficulty in finding information about products
D)Higher expectations
E)Difficulty in comparing prices

Accepted Answer

Today's customers have higher expectations due to increased access to information, technology, and a wider range of choices. They are more informed, connected, and empowered, which makes them expect better service, quality, and value from businesses.

Question 17

The digital divide is an example of which type of societal pressure?
A)Social responsibility
B)Government regulations
C)Protection against terrorism
D)Ethics
E)Information overload

Accepted Answer

The digital divide refers to the unequal access and distribution of technology and internet resources among different social and economic groups. As technology and internet access become increasingly necessary for daily life, this divide creates a social responsibility to bridge the gap and ensure equal access for all.

Question 18

Which of the following is not a role that information systems play in businesses processes?

A) Establish standards
B) Execute the process
C) Capture and store process data
D) Monitor process performance
E) Detect problems with the process.

Accepted Answer

Information systems do not establish standards; they are used to execute processes, capture and store data, monitor performance, and detect problems. Establishing standards is typically a managerial or organizational role.

Question 19

Which of the following statements concerning technology pressures on modern businesses is true?
A)Technology changes so rapidly that organizations should wait before they release new technology-based products.
B)New technologies offer alternative service options.
C)New technologies will never replace existing technologies.
D)The amount of information on the Internet remains stable from year to year.
E)The important information on the Internet is fee-based.

Accepted Answer

New technologies offer alternative service options, allowing businesses to expand their offerings and meet the demands of their customers in innovative ways. However, technology changes so rapidly that organizations should be cautious about investing too heavily in untested technologies or rushing to release new products without thorough testing and development. Existing technologies may also be replaced over time as newer and more advanced technologies become available. The amount of information on the Internet is constantly growing and changing, and while some information may be available for a fee, there is also a wealth of valuable information available for free.

Question 20

Which one of the following statements is false?
A)Businesses tend to view government regulations as expensive constraints on their activities.
B)Government deregulation reduces competition.
C)IT support is essential for compliance with many new regulations.
D)IT has been used to identify patterns of behavior associated with terrorist activities.
E)Information ethics can destroy the morale of a company's employees.

Accepted Answer

Government deregulation is generally aimed at reducing constraints on businesses to encourage competition, not reducing it.

Quiz 2: Organizational Strategy, Competitive Advantage, and Information Systems

Business pressures on organizations are created when there are changes in

Producing identical items in large quantities is called:

The Bodymetrics body scanner is best characterized as an example of:

Producing customized items in large quantities is called:

According to Friedman, the focus of Globalization 2.0 was on:

The workforce in developed countries is exhibiting all of the following trends except:

____________ is a strategy of producing a large quantity of items, but customizing them to fit the desire of each customer.

Which of the following is not an example of the growing initiative called green IT?

____________ pressures are generated by the global economy, intense competition, the changing nature of the workforce, and powerful customers.

According to Friedman, the focus of Globalization 3.0 was on:

According to Friedman, the focus of Globalization 1.0 was on:

____________ is a strategy of producing customized (made to individual specifications) products and services.

Spending to protect against terrorism is an example of __________ pressure.

New and improved technologies rapidly create and support substitutes for products, alternative service options, and superb quality. This is an example of ________ pressures.

Market pressures include which of the following?

Today's customers have ________.

The digital divide is an example of which type of societal pressure?

Which of the following is not a role that information systems play in businesses processes?

Which of the following statements concerning technology pressures on modern businesses is true?

Which one of the following statements is false?