Global matrix structures are used to implement transnational strategies.
True
False
Global standardization strategy enables firms to provide products adapted to each local context.
True
False
A geographic area structure emphasizes local adaptation of products and processes.
True
False
Organizationally embedded knowledge is normally in explicit form.
True
False
Communities of practice have to be located at the same site to be able to share tacit knowledge amongst each other.
True
False
Social capital includes the Informal benefits organizations can derive from their social networks.
True
False
The structures and mechanisms MNEs use to facilitate the creation, integration, sharing and utilization of knowledge are known as
Transnational strategy
Matrix structures
Knowledge governance
Corporate governance
Against the flow of command in hierarchical organizations, some MNE subsidiaries take proactive and deliberate action to convince their headquarters to increase the scope of their responsibility. Such action is also known as
Subsidiary mandate
Worldwide mandate
Centre of excellence
Subsidiary initiative
In large multinational organizations, the ‘not invented here syndrome’ is an obstacle to
Knowledge retention
Knowledge sharing
communication of knowledge
Knowledge utilization
MNEs that aim to combine the advantages of global integration and local adaptation are pursuing a … strategy.
transnational
global
adaptive
matrix
Tacit organizational knowledge is embedded in
Individual’s skills and know how
databases
internal rules and job descriptions
organizational structures, cultures and routines
Which statement about international strategies is correct?
International strategies are typical for MNEs in early stages of their internationalization
International strategies enhance corporate performance
International strategies allow high degrees of local adaptation
International strategies allow the realization of economies of scale on a global scale