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Describe the process of globalization Explain how globalization affects markets and production
International Business
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Globalization
Trend toward greater economic, cultural, political and technological interdependence among national institutions and economies
Globalization of markets Convergence in buyer preferences in markets around the world Globalization of production Dispersal of production activities worldwide to minimize costs or maximize quality
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Benefits of Globalization
Globalization of markets Globalization of production
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Challenges to Business
Physical security Digital security Reputational risk
Require ethical and lawful behavior from all employees and business partners
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Globalization Drivers I
Remove barriers to trade and investment
GATT WTO
Regional trade agreements
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Globalization Drivers II
Technological Innovation
Internet, intranets, and extranets Email and videoconferencing Transportation advancements
Measuring Globalization
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Reason
Legitimacy
Civility
Debate
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Supporters
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Supporters
+ Investment raises
labor standards
Weakens protection of
the environment
Exploits workers in
poor nations
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+ Companies concerned
for future markets
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Communicate effectively Know the customer Emphasize global awareness Market effectively Monitor business environments
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Inequality within nations Poor people in developing nations benefit most from an open economy
Inequality between nations Nations open to world trade and investment grow faster than rich nations
Global inequality Inequality has fallen, but experts disagree on the extent of the decline
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Supporters
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Impact on Culture
Opponents
Supporters
Specialize and trade to obtain other goods Import cultural goods from other nations Protects deeper moral and cultural norms
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Artistic Influence
Western Values A Force for Good Deeper Values
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Multinational Corporation
Business that has direct investments abroad in multiple countries
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Describe the process of globalization Explain how globalization affects markets and production
Globalization
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