Multiple Choice
Strategic planning systems:
A) Are not used anymore because they have been heavily criticized, for example by Mintzberg
B) Are an important vehicle for bringing consistency within the firm but encourage internal competition and conflicts
C) Are the preserve of top managers only for confidentiality reasons
D) Vary considerably from one firm to another with regards to dimensions such as the frequency of cycle, the autonomy of units and the autocracy of the corporate centre.
Correct Answer:
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