Management (14th Edition)
14th Edition
ISBN: 9780134527604
Author: Stephen P. Robbins, Mary A. Coulter
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 4, Problem 15DQ
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To determine:
Importance of managers being aware of external environmental forces in global setting.
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Managers need to be conscious of their surroundings, the external environmental awareness is of paramount importance as there can numerous unforeseen risks and competition which can impact the organization. Similarly, the managers can understand the environment better and accommodate the business functions more accustomed to the environment.
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