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As the 21st century unfolds, many companies throughout the world are intent on transforming themselves into global business powerhouses via major investments in global e-business, e-commerce, and other IT initiatives. |
| | A) | True |
| | B) | False |
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According to the Real World case, over half of the CIOs surveyed say long-term strategic thinking and planning is the executive leadership skill most critical to CEOs. |
| | A) | True |
| | B) | False |
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According to the Real World case, the skills of a CIO have changed from that of business strategist to technical leader. |
| | A) | True |
| | B) | False |
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In many companies, technology management is the primary responsibility of a chief technology officer (CTO), who is in charge of all information technology planning and deployment. |
| | A) | True |
| | B) | False |
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Information technology is being used more effectively by companies that use IT to computerize traditional business processes, rather than those that develop innovative e-business processes. |
| | A) | True |
| | B) | False |
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Some United States firms hire globally on a regular basis, looking for the best talent regardless of where it is located. |
| | A) | True |
| | B) | False |
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Management of a global IT platform is technically complex, but has no political or cultural implications. |
| | A) | True |
| | B) | False |
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Countries that significantly restrict Internet access are also choosing to restrict their participation in the growth of electronic commerce. |
| | A) | True |
| | B) | False |
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According to the DHL Worldwide text case, it is not so much knowledge but the willingness and flexibility to learn that is important in hiring global IT workers. |
| | A) | True |
| | B) | False |
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According to the Real World case, DHL puts a great deal; of effort into "hybrid managers" who are expert in both IT and electric automobiles. |
| | A) | True |
| | B) | False |
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