What is a forward integration? (Select one)

A) The integration of data from multiple sources, which provides a unified view of all data

B) Takes information entered into a given system and sends it automatically to all downstream systems and processes

C) The integration of a company's existing management information systems

D) Takes information entered into a given system and sends it automatically to all upstream systems and processes

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Rhett Ross

Computers & Technology

6 February, 12:50

What is a forward integration? (Select one)

A) The integration of data from multiple sources, which provides a unified view of all data

B) Takes information entered into a given system and sends it automatically to all downstream systems and processes

C) The integration of a company's existing management information systems

D) Takes information entered into a given system and sends it automatically to all upstream systems and processes

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Dean Howell · Answer 1

B) Takes information entered into a given system and sends it automatically to all downstream systems and processes.

Explanation:

Forward integration is one of three vertical integration strategy. The other two are Backward and Balanced Integration. It is a business strategy model that describes information being sent to all downstream systems.