When Apple, Inc. opened retail stores to sell its computers and iPods, this was an example of:
A) forward vertical integration
B) backward vertical integration
C) forward horizontal integration
D) backward horizontal integration

The correct answer is letter "A": forward vertical integration.

Explanation:

Forward integration happens when a business takes over functions that were originally performed by its partners in the supply chain. Forward integration can be horizontal and vertical. Forward horizontal integration takes place when one company takes over another at the same level of the supply chain. In forward vertical integration, a firm takes charge of the businesses located farther down the supply chain.

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step 2: inventory facility equipment/assets

step 3: create preventive maintenance procedures

step 4: create preventive maintenance schedules

step 5: train your maintenanceteam

step 6: analyze – adjust - improve

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step 2 – pm procedure scheduling: efficient use of people and resources

step 3 – pm lubrication engineering

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step 5 – pm program management plan

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