Which organizational structure involves outsourcing components of a product, usually by keeping a core part of it in-house and outsourcing noncore portions?
A)boundaryless
B)modular
C)networked
D)virtual
E)hollow

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The modular approach involves outsourcing non-core portions of a product while keeping a core part in-house. This approach allows for more flexibility and efficiency in the production process, as the company can focus on its strengths while outsourcing other components to specialized firms. The other organizational structures listed (boundaryless, networked, virtual, and hollow) do not specifically involve outsourcing components of a product in this way.

Which Organizational Structure Involves Outsourcing Components of a Product, Usually