According to the text,in the future managers in many ICs can expect:
A) to increase the use of structures based on function in order to gain economies of scale.
B) to convert to matrix structures in order to reduce the complexity of running ICs with broad geographic scope of activities.
C) to see increasing levels of ownership and integration of activities within the IC in order to achieve consistent global quality and low costs.
D) to see expanded headquarters organizations in order to manage increase international scope of operations.
E) to make greater use of the dynamic network structure.

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What might the future have in store for IC's organizational structures? Managers in many ICs can expect to make greater use of the dynamic network structure that breaks down the major functions of the firm into smaller companies coordinated by a downsized headquarters organization. Business functions such as marketing and accounting may be provided by separate organizations-some owned partially or fully by the IC, some not. To attain the optimal design and level of control, a firm must focus on its core business. Anything not essential to the business can often be done cheaper, faster, and better by outside suppliers.

According to the Text,in the Future Managers in Many ICs