Middleware is used to overcome lack of standardization

Which of the following is true with regard to direct coordinating mechanisms?

A) Expatriates from "headquarters" do not exert control over the foreign affiliate through the expectations of the national and corporate culture of the parent company. B) Even in situations where parent control is considered less important, delegating the control to the local level is ritually avoided. C) Direct coordinating mechanisms that provide the basis for the overall guidance and management of foreign operations include, the design of appropriate organizational structures and the use of effective staffing practices. D) Direct coordinating mechanisms do not include staffing practices.

To be a strategic positioner, means that one has to have the breadth of business knowledge necessary to be able to help top management develop its strategic plan

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.