Finance Question

For each of the following situations, indicate a qualitative factor that should be considered prior to making the decision:

a. A software company currently has a large facility for producing component parts used in bicycles. The company is considering shutting down the facility and using resources provided by other companies.

b. A whiskey producer is considering dropping its premium whiskey and concentrating exclusively on less costly ones.

c. A company that produces and sells ketchup is considering outsourcing its bottling operation. The company will still sell the ketchup and deliver it to wholesalers.