Question 1

From your reading of the chapter case,which of the following best describes the challenge Dunlop Aircraft Tyres was facing as a global company?
A)Inadequate information for managerial decision making
B)Lack of buy-in for global systems by foreign units
C)Fragmented legacy systems and data without proper integration
D)Poor governance of information systems
E)Managing a global supply chain

Accepted Answer

The chapter case describes the challenge Dunlop Aircraft Tyres faced as a global company as having fragmented legacy systems and data without proper integration, which hindered their ability to effectively manage their global operations. This caused difficulties in decision making, increased costs, and a lack of visibility across the supply chain. While managing a global supply chain is also a significant challenge for a global company, it is not the primary challenge discussed in the chapter case. Inadequate information for managerial decision making and poor governance of information systems are not specifically mentioned as challenges faced by Dunlop Aircraft Tyres. Lack of buy-in for global systems by foreign units is also not mentioned as a primary challenge.

Question 2

Which of the following is not a general cultural factor driving global business?
A)Global communication and transportation technologies
B)Political instability
C)Global knowledge base
D)Global culture
E)Global social norms

Accepted Answer

D

Question 3

What is the first thing you should consider when thinking about building an international information system?
A)The state of world politics
B)New technologies that will help you achieve your goals
C)The global environment where your business will operate,and identify the business drivers for your firm and industry
D)The business challenges you face in the global environment
E)The different computing and communication standards in the world

Accepted Answer

In order to create an effective international information system, it is important to consider the global environment where your business will operate, including the business drivers for your firm and industry. This will help you identify the unique challenges and requirements for your information system. Factors such as culture, language, legal frameworks, and economic environments will all impact the design and implementation of your system. While new technologies and computing standards are important, they should be considered in the context of the overall global environment for your business.

Question 4

Which of the following is the best definition of international information systems?
A)Systems that talk to one another using the global Internet
B)Systems used by international businesses
C)Business processes that span the globe
D)Basic information systems required by organizations to coordinate worldwide trade and other activities
E)Systems that are developed by global firms

Accepted Answer

International information systems are designed to support and coordinate worldwide trade and other activities, making them essential for organizations operating on a global scale. They are not merely systems that communicate over the Internet, used by international businesses, or developed by global firms, nor are they simply business processes that span the globe.

Question 5

Which of the following is not a business driver of global business?
A)Global communication and transportation technologies
B)Development of global culture
C)Emergence of global social norms
D)Political stability
E)Growth of international systems

Accepted Answer

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

Question 6

Most large companies with overseas operations have inherited:
A)recently built technology platforms for international systems.
B)patchwork international systems from the distant past.
C)transaction-oriented reporting based at the home office for overseas business.
D)global marketing systems developed domestically.
E)enterprise systems developed by local firms.

Accepted Answer

Large companies with overseas operations often face the challenge of managing a patchwork of international systems inherited from past mergers, acquisitions, and expansion. They may have different legacy systems and processes in each country or region, making it difficult to standardize and integrate operations. This can lead to inefficiencies, increased costs, and difficulties in managing data and reporting. Therefore, the option B, patchwork international systems from the distant past, is the best choice.

Question 7

Global business drivers can be divided into two groups: general cultural factors and specific business factors.

Accepted Answer

Global business drivers can indeed be divided into two groups: general cultural factors, such as language, religion, values, and customs, and specific business factors, such as economic conditions, government regulations, technology, and competition.

Question 8

New levels of global coordination of all of the major business functions permit the location of business activity according to:
A)comparative advantage.
B)social norms and values.
C)competitive threat.
D)knowledge base.
E)labor costs.

Accepted Answer

With new levels of global coordination, companies can now locate their business activities based on comparative advantage. This means they can identify which locations have a particular advantage in producing a certain good or service, and then locate their operations there to optimize efficiency and profitability. The other factors listed (social norms and values, competitive threat, knowledge base, and labor costs) may also influence business location decisions, but comparative advantage is the most important factor.

Question 9

The major dimensions of international systems architecture include each of the following except:
A)the global environment.
B)corporate global strategy.
C)technology platform.
D)transborder data flows.
E)management and business processes.

Accepted Answer

Transborder data flows are not considered a major dimension of international systems architecture. Instead, they are a component or consequence of the dimensions listed, particularly related to the technology platform and the global environment. The major dimensions typically focus on the overarching structure and strategy, including the global environment, corporate strategy, technology platform, and management/business processes.

Question 10

Japanese consumers who only want to purchase products made in Japan are an example of:
A)cultural particularism.
B)political culture.
C)universal global attitudes.
D)different laws in different countries.
E)different business standards.

Accepted Answer

Cultural particularism refers to the belief that each culture is unique and cannot be judged by a universal standard. In this case, Japanese consumers who only want to purchase products made in Japan are showing a preference for their own culture and valuing the uniqueness of their domestic products.

Question 11

Final assembly of Apple's iPhone occurs in which of the following locations?
A)United States
B)Japan
C)South Korea
D)China
E)Germany

Accepted Answer

Final assembly of Apple's iPhone occurs in China.

Question 12

Which of the following statements about transborder data flow is not true?
A)The E.U.-U.S.Privacy Shield replaces previous agreements between the United States and the EU with respect to transborder data flow.
B)Privacy Shield provides additional privacy protection for U.S.citizens.
C)Privacy Shield protects European citizens from certain surveillance activities of U.S.national security agencies.
D)U)S.firms must register with European privacy regulators in order to process personal information of European citizens in the United States.
E)European countries have different laws concerning transborder data flow and privacy than the United States.

Accepted Answer

Privacy Shield does not provide additional privacy protection for U.S. citizens. It is a framework for protecting personal data of individuals in the EU when it is transferred to the United States.

Question 13

Making judgments and taking action on the basis of narrow or personal characteristics is referred to as:
A)localization.
B)cooptation.
C)particularism.
D)prejudice.
E)globalization.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Making judgments and taking action on the...

Question 14

Which of the following statements about accounting practices in different countries is not true?
A)German companies generally do not recognize a profit from a venture until the project is completely finished and they have been paid.
B)British firms recognize profits before a project is finished,once they are reasonably certain they will get the money.
C)Dutch firms separate tax calculations from reports to shareholders.
D)U)S.accounting practices focus on demonstrating compliance with strict rules.
E)British firms focus on showing shareholders how fast profits are growing.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following statements about accounting...

Question 15

All of the following present challenges to developing global business systems except:
A)foreign accounting practices.
B)production costs.
C)language differences.
D)exchange rates.
E)shortages of skilled consultants.

Accepted Answer

Production costs are not a challenge specific to developing global business systems; they are a general business concern affecting both domestic and international operations. The other options directly impact the complexity and implementation of global systems.

Question 16

The growth of powerful communications technologies and the emergence of world cultures create the condition for global markets.

Accepted Answer

The growth of powerful communications technologies allows for easier communication and coordination across the globe, while the emergence of world cultures creates a shared understanding and appreciation for diverse products and services. These conditions make it possible for businesses to access and serve global markets.

Question 17

Which of the following is not a specific challenge to global business systems?
A)Shortages of skilled consultants
B)Cultural expectations
C)Different telecommunication standards
D)Different data transfer speeds
E)Unreliable phone networks

Accepted Answer

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

Question 18

The collapse of the Eastern bloc has retarded the growth of a world culture.

Accepted Answer

The collapse of the Eastern bloc actually allowed for greater cultural exchange and globalization, leading to the growth of a more interconnected world culture.

Question 19

Transborder data flow refers to:
A)the flow of information in international systems.
B)the ways in which a country's laws change the flow of data from one country to another.
C)the business of moving information from one country to another.
D)the movement of information across international boundaries.
E)the business process of coordinating information from many different countries.

Accepted Answer

Transborder data flow refers to the movement of information across international boundaries.

Question 20

Which of the following industries is most affected by globalization?
A)Telecommunications
B)Manufacturing
C)Law
D)Entertainment
E)Transportation

Accepted Answer

Manufacturing is the industry that is most affected by globalization as it has resulted in the relocation of production to countries with low labor costs and increased competition.

Quiz 15: Managing Global Systems

From your reading of the chapter case,which of the following best describes the challenge Dunlop Aircraft Tyres was facing as a global company?

Which of the following is not a general cultural factor driving global business?

What is the first thing you should consider when thinking about building an international information system?

Which of the following is the best definition of international information systems?

Which of the following is not a business driver of global business?

Most large companies with overseas operations have inherited:

Global business drivers can be divided into two groups: general cultural factors and specific business factors.

New levels of global coordination of all of the major business functions permit the location of business activity according to:

The major dimensions of international systems architecture include each of the following except:

Japanese consumers who only want to purchase products made in Japan are an example of:

Final assembly of Apple's iPhone occurs in which of the following locations?

Which of the following statements about transborder data flow is not true?

Making judgments and taking action on the basis of narrow or personal characteristics is referred to as:

Which of the following statements about accounting practices in different countries is not true?

All of the following present challenges to developing global business systems except:

The growth of powerful communications technologies and the emergence of world cultures create the condition for global markets.

Which of the following is not a specific challenge to global business systems?

The collapse of the Eastern bloc has retarded the growth of a world culture.

Transborder data flow refers to:

Which of the following industries is most affected by globalization?