Understanding Management
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Author: Richard L. Daft, Dorothy Marcic
Publisher: South-Western College Pub
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Chapter 3, Problem 3OTJVC
Summary Introduction
H.O is a company that manufactures apparel. It is currently manufacturing its garments in China. They are interested in manufacturing in U.S. However, government regulation, tax and labor cost are preventing them from moving production into US.
Characters in the case:
M. LB
Adequate information:
Company produces garments where the apparel is made in China.
To determine:
Thechallenges when the business is exposed and performed in an international environment.
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