Sew-Right (Scenario)
A French sewing machine company, Sew-Right, has manufacturing facilities twenty miles outside of Paris. Since the formation of the EU, Sew-Right's managers have been considering internationalizing the Sew-Right company. Sew-Right's managers have also discussed the possibility of opening additional manufacturing facilities in Germany and Mexico. Sew-Right's managers and executives are discussing the various options at a conference, and hope to reach a decision soon.
-If Sew-Right decides to open a facility in Germany, which of the following will most likely occur first?

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Before expanding into new markets, it is important for a company to rationalize its operations which involves analyzing and streamlining the current processes and procedures to increase efficiency and profitability. This step usually comes before forming a new board of directors, modernizing facilities, or consolidating global suppliers. Therefore, C is the correct choice as it is the most logical step to take before expanding into new markets.

Sew-Right (Scenario) A French Sewing Machine Company, Sew-Right, Has Manufacturing Facilities Twenty