Roles within the buying center are socially constructed, which means people define how they will act in the business-to-business purchase process and how they will interact with others

The general ledger system of an organization should be designed to serve the information requirements of both internal and external users. This means that the system should support

A) producing expansive regular periodic reports to cover all information needs. B) the real-time inquiry needs of all users. C) producing regular periodic reports and respond to real-time inquiry needs. D) access by investors and creditors of the organization to general ledger balances.

Which of the following is an advantage of using local employees in international subsidiaries?

A) Difficult decisions are often handled earlier by local employees than by expatriates. B) A local manager is better able to balance local demands with the firm's international priorities. C) Using a local employee ensures transfer of management practices from the home company to the subsidiary. D) Using local employees increases the community's acceptance of the company as a legitimate participant in the local economy.