The research and development division of Anchor Inc., a manufacturing firm, has a sizeable number of engineers for its employees. The buying decisions related to the equipment to be used in the research and development of new technologies is primarily made by the engineers. Based on these traits, which of the organization-specific factors is most relevant in the division's purchasing process?

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The relevant organization-specific factor in this scenario is orientation, which refers to the values, beliefs, and attitudes of an organization's members. In this case, the engineers' expertise and technical knowledge make them the primary decision-makers when it comes to purchasing equipment for research and development. This reflects the division's orientation towards valuing technical expertise and the importance of research and development in driving innovation for the company. Monopolization, segmentation, and centralization are not relevant factors in this scenario.

The Research and Development Division of Anchor Inc