A firm that purchases a commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) information system benefits by getting a standardized system without having to absorb development costs, but risks getting a system that does not align with the firm's businesses processes and existing technologies. a. True
b. False

1. the political environment in india has proven to be critical to company performance for both pepsico and coca-cola india. what specific aspects of the political environment have played key roles? could these effects have been anticipated prior to market entry? if not, could developments in the political arena have been handled better by each company? 2. timing of entry into the indian market brought different results for pepsico and coca-cola india. what benefits or disadvantages accrued as a result of earlier or later market entry? 3. the indian market is enormous in terms of population and geography. how have the two companies responded to the sheer scale of operations in india in terms of product policies, promotional activities, pricing policies, and distribution arrangements? 4. “global localization” (glocalization) is a policy that both companies have implemented successfully. give examples for each company from the case.

Most angel investors expect a return on investment of question options: 20% to 25% over 5 years. 15% to 20% over 5 years. 75% over 10 years. 100% over 5 years.

Andrew owns a store in polk county. his trade extends throughout river city, but not beyond the county limits. he sells his store to betty and, as part of the transaction, agrees not to engage in the same business anywhere in river city for a period of five years. a. the time restraint is likely reasonable. b. the geographic restraint is likely reasonable. c. the agreement likely violates antitrust laws and the provision is not enforceable. d. both (a) and (b).