1.The globalization strategy characterized by a corporate headquarters in the dominate country, the ability to focus…

1.The globalization strategy characterized by a corporate
headquarters in the dominate country, the ability to focus on local
markets, but not responsive to globally based customers and
difficulty in attaining economies of scale is known as a :
a.Non International Strategy
b.Multi-domestic Strategy
c.Global Strategy
d.Transnational Strategy
2.The globalization strategy characterized by limited top
management with international experience, subsidiaries with local
presence, local market customization, but difficult to scale up is
known as a :
a.Multi-domestic Strategy
b.Global Strategy
c.Transnational Strategy
3.Sam’s Staplers manufactures and distributes standard staplers
and other associated office products designed primarily for the USA
market. They are not involved in global supply chain operations,
but occasionally ship their staplers directly to non-domestic
customer with no modifications. Sam’s most likely incorporates
a:
a.Non International Strategy
b.Multi-domestic Strategy
c.Global Strategy
d.Transnational Strategy
4.Coca-Cola, IBM, and Nestle` are all examples of firms that
follow a
a.Non International Strategy
b.Multi-domestic Strategy
c.Transnational Strategy
5.Which of the following statements best reflects the rationale
of using “facilitating payments” (i.e., bribery, enticement,
buying-off, etc.) by logistics management in developing
countries?
It may be the only way to move
product or clear customs
There is never a rationale for
paying bribes and kick-backs
Corporations should pay all
countries the same in which they do business,just to be fair to
everyone
Corporations should never do
business in developing countries, even though the returns could be
great
6.All of the following are reasons for increased performance
cycle time when operating global logistics systems EXCEPT:
a.Customer credit
b.Slow transit times
c.Customs clearance
7.Haffy Bicycles is considering selling their mountain bikes in
Europe, but they need to install lithium battery-powered lights on
the seat post and handlebar stem per EU standards. This scenario
bests illustrates which of the following four Global Supply Chain
Operational Considerations?
a.Language differences
b.Unique national
accommodations
c.Countertrade and duty
drawback
8.Jim’s Golf Equipment of the USA ships full sets of men’s and
women’s golf clubs to Australia and accepts high quality aluminum
that is used in making the clubs as payment. This scenario bests
illustrates which of the following four Global Supply Chain
Operational Considerations?
a.Language differences
b.Unique national
accommodations
c.Countertrade and duty
drawback