Question

What does it mean when a manager takes a systems​ view? A. To ensure a firm has no carbon footprint B. To focus on common resources such as​ sunshine, air, and airspace C. To maximize the triple bottom line D. To look at a​ product's life from design to​ disposal, including all the resources required

Answer 1

Answer: D. To look at a​ product's life from design to​ disposal, including all the resources required

Explanation: To take a systems view is to look at a​ product's life from design to​ disposal, including all the resources required. It means that the manager is taking a step back to examine the entire scope of the project in order to understand all the operations involved the project including function. In simpler terms, it means taking a holistic view of the project and how it relates to the larger organization. Taking a systems view can lead to better assessments of the product, the resources that are required in making the product, the entire design process among others thereby providing a way of examining the potential consequences of actions, minimize risks, recognize the impact of time delays and feedback.