Question 1

What is a black hole?

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Question 2

A country organization that can exist in a smaller, less-developed country in which corporate commitment to market development is less is called a(n):

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An "implementor" is an organization that focuses on executing and managing strategies in markets where there is less corporate commitment to development, often seen in smaller, less-developed countries.

Question 3

A highly competent national subsidiary located in a strategically critical market can become a:

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A highly competent national subsidiary located in a strategically critical market can become a strategic leader. This is because such a subsidiary has the potential to drive growth and competitiveness in the market and become a key player in achieving the overall global strategy of the parent company. It can contribute to the development of new products, technologies, and best practices, and also help in adapting to the local market conditions and regulations.

Question 4

One way to move ideas is through:

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Teaching is a method of transferring knowledge and ideas from one person to another.

Question 5

A company network that integrates a company's information assets into a single and accessible system using Intranet-based methodologies such as e-mail, newsgroups, and the World Wide Web is called a(n):

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An intranet is a secure internal network within a company that uses internet-based technologies to connect information and resources. It is an accessible and efficient way for employees to share information and collaborate on tasks, and can include tools such as email, newsgroups, and the World Wide Web. The other options, B) Internet and C) World Wide Web, refer to larger, public networks that are not necessarily limited to a company's internal use. D) E-info system is not a commonly used term to describe this type of network.

Question 6

The organizational structure and locus of decision making in multinational corporations is determined by a number of factors. Which is not one of those factors?

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The demographic characteristics of customers in each region is not a factor that determines the organizational structure and locus of decision making in multinational corporations. The other options (A, C, and D) are all relevant factors that are considered in determining the organizational structure and decision-making processes within multinational corporations.

Question 7

The _____ factor in an organization is critical.

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The human factor refers to the people within the organization and their skills, attitudes, and behaviors. It is crucial because it influences how well tasks are performed, how employees interact with each other and customers, and ultimately, the organization's success. The other options might also be important, but they are not as critical as the human factor.

Question 8

In __________ control, there is a limited and explicit set of regulations and rules that outlines desired levels of performance.

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Bureaucratic control involves a defined set of rules and regulations that dictate how employees should behave and perform their jobs. This type of control is often used in large organizations and can help ensure consistency and adherence to guidelines. The other options (inter-franchise agreement, Board of Directors, round robin) do not specifically refer to a set of rules and regulations for controlling performance.

Question 9

What are the three organizational designs that make up international organizational structure?

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Question 10

Short term financial guidelines in such areas as investment, cash and personnel are called:

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Short term financial guidelines for investment, cash, and personnel are usually planned and organized in a budget.

Question 11

What is a "best practice"?

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Question 12

What are the differences between a decentralized and a centralized organization?

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Question 13

Ideas which save money or time, or result in a process that is more efficient than existing ones is called:

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Best practices are ideas or strategies that have proven to be effective and efficient. They can save money, time, or improve existing processes. Gold star marketing and presentations are not relevant in this context, and great ideas may not necessarily result in cost or time savings or greater efficiency.

Question 14

Overall corporate strategy is provided in this format from headquarters but subsidiaries are free to implement it within the range established in consultation between headquarters and the subsidiaries.

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Coordinated decentralization involves giving subsidiaries the freedom to implement the overall corporate strategy within a range established in consultation with headquarters. This approach allows subsidiaries to tailor their implementation to their specific needs, while still maintaining a coordination with headquarters.

Question 15

A subsidiary with a distinctive competence, such as product development or regional expertise, can be considered a(n):

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A subsidiary with a distinctive competence would likely be considered a contributor to the overall success of the company. Their expertise and abilities allow them to bring unique value to the organization. The other options (ascertaining entity, floater, reveler) do not accurately describe the role of a subsidiary with a distinctive competence.

Question 16

Centers of excellence can emerge in three formats. Which one is not one of those formats?

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Differential is not one of the three formats in which centers of excellence can emerge.

Question 17

Companies that take a glocalization approach have incorporated all but which of these dimensions?

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The fulfillment of orders through diversification is not a dimension of glocalization. Glocalization focuses more on adapting local products or services to meet global standards and integrating cultural values into the corporate agenda. Diversification of order fulfillment may be a strategy used by companies, but it is not a core component of glocalization.

Quiz 7: Marketing Organization, Implementation, and Control