Bobby Barista is a researcher in the R&D department at 3M. Part of her job is to read technical and scientific journals, and to attend conferences to find out what new developments are occurring. What sort of role is she carrying out in this part of her job?
A) buffering
B) maintenance
C) boundary spanning
D) managerial

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Bobby Barista is carrying out a boundary spanning role in her job as a researcher at 3M. This involves interacting with individuals and organizations outside of the company, such as reading scientific journals and attending conferences, to gain knowledge about new developments and bring back ideas to the company.

Bobby Barista Is a Researcher in the R&D Department at 3M