Learning objectives
Be able to explain shifts in production
• Be able to explain the importance of culture in international operations
• Be able to explain the importance of location in international operations
• Be able to explain international differences in adoption rates of new technologies
• Be able to explain international purchasing
• Be able to explain the coffee industry in an international context
Based on the above (note the consistency!), answer the following questions:
Intro- body (3~4 points) - conclusion
1. Explain why international production shifts occur(1 and half page)
2. Explain how national level cultural differences influence operations(1 and half page)
3. Explain why, despite globalization processes, location remains important for international operations(1 and half page)
4. Explain why countries have different rates of adoption of new technologies(1 and half page)
Your logic and justifications are important and you need to focus on demonstrating comprehension of the topics.