When a firm has a superior level of cooperation and innovation among its research team that allows it to design a new product two days faster than its competitors it has created a ________.
A)human capital advantage
B)talent maximization strategy
C)human resource strategy
D)human process advantage

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The scenario describes a competitive advantage based on the efficiency and effectiveness of the firm's research team. This suggests that the firm has optimized its human-centered work processes, resulting in a more productive and innovative team. Therefore, the best choice is D, a "human process advantage." A is incorrect because human capital advantage refers to having knowledgeable and skilled employees, which may not necessarily be the case here. B and C are also incorrect because they are more general terms that do not reflect the unique situation described in the scenario.

When a Firm Has a Superior Level of Cooperation and Innovation