Financial institutions often consider outsourcing their information technology functions internationally. Which of the following are qualitative factors that managers should consider in the decision?
I. Potential language barriers
II. Political stability
III. The tax cash flows
A) I only
B) II and III only
C) I, II, and III
D) I and II only

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Potential language barriers and political stability are important qualitative factors that managers should consider before outsourcing their IT functions internationally. Tax cash flows are a quantitative factor and should not be considered a qualitative factor. Therefore, options A and B can be eliminated. The correct choice is D, as it addresses the two important qualitative factors that managers should consider in the decision.

Financial Institutions Often Consider Outsourcing Their Information Technology Functions Internationally