. Walmart follows a centralized purchasing system; they achieve high efficiency in their operations, concentrate on small towns, and reap the experience curve's benefit. What generic strategy does Walmart follow? Briefly explain the strategy. • Explain briefly the traditional approach to strategic control (you can even explain using a diagram) . Briefly explain the school of thought that argues against CEO Duality. Mention components of emotional intelligence with a brief explanation. What is matrix structure in the organizational design approach? (you can even explain using a diagram) . .

. Walmart follows a centralized purchasing system; they achieve high efficiency in their operations, concentrate on small towns, and reap the experience curve's benefit. What generic strategy does Walmart follow? Briefly explain the strategy. • Explain briefly the traditional approach to strategic control (you can even explain using a diagram) . Briefly explain the school of thought that argues against CEO Duality. Mention components of emotional intelligence with a brief explanation. What is matrix structure in the organizational design approach? (you can even explain using a diagram) . .

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