One advantage of proprietary software versus off-the-shelf software is that _____.
A) the initial cost is lower
B) the software is likely to meet the basic business needs that are common across organizations
C) the software is likely to be of high quality because many customer firms have tested the software and helped identify its bugs
D) the software provides a company a competitive advantage by solving problems in a unique manner

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Proprietary software is developed specifically for a single organization and can be customized to suit their specific needs. This customization can provide a company with a competitive advantage by solving problems in a unique manner that cannot be replicated by off-the-shelf software.

One Advantage of Proprietary Software Versus Off-The-Shelf Software Is That