Many organizations now have units that monitor a host of magazines and newspapers looking for stories that may have an impact on the organization.These units are
A) a form of management information system.
B) engaged in boundary spanning.
C) a type of organization control.
D) engaged in environmental scanning.
E) engaged in strategic planning.

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Units that monitor magazines and newspapers for information that may impact an organization are engaged in environmental scanning, which is the process of monitoring an organization's internal and external environment for potential opportunities and threats. This is a way to stay informed and adapt to changes in the environment.

Many Organizations Now Have Units That Monitor a Host of Magazines