________ duplicates data across databases

The most valuable creativity is:

a. very free-wheeling. b. technology driven. c. often the result of the lone genius. d. stimulated by the desire to stay ahead of competition. e. disciplined by the organization's culture and climate.

Daichi Inc is a Japanese software development firm known for its high quality products. Recently, the company held its annual conference and awarded all those employees who were in the top five percent with substantial monetary rewards

Their performance was evaluated on the basis of target achievement, client feedback, and quality ratings. Employees whose performance had not changed drastically were given a minor raise and those who fared badly received no incentives. Many employees blamed the company for creating differences among employees because they felt that it would harm the company in the long run, but Daichi Inc truly believes that to retain and motivate its best performers, a large incentive is a good step. Daichi Inc is using a(n) ________ here. A) piece-rate plan B) employee stock ownership plan C) modular plan D) merit-based plan E) flexible benefits plan