Which of the Following Is a Disadvantage of Strategic Alliances

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a disadvantage of strategic alliances?

A) They give competitors a low-cost route to new technology and markets.
B) They do not facilitate entry into a foreign market.
C) They do not allow for sharing of risks and fixed costs.
D) They mandate that the companies do not share complementary competencies and assets.
E) They cause problems when it comes to establishing technological standards for the industry.