46. Intel's factory in Israel is an outpost factory. What is its main role in Intel's global production network? * 1 point a. Producing goods for the local market exclusively b. Minimizing production costs through local labor c. Gathering intelligence and monitoring industry trends d. Focusing solely on large-scale manufacturing 47. Nestl's R&D center in Singapore functions as a contributor factory. What is its primary contribution to Nestl's global operations? * 1 point a. Reducing production costs by leveraging local labor b. Managing raw material purchasing for global markets c. Focusing exclusively on local market supply d. Developing new food products tailored to regional tastes 48. Toyota's decision to implement the Toyota Production System (TPS) globally is influenced by which primary factor? * 1 point a. Lean manufacturing and just-in-time production b. High labor costs and minimal quality control c. Limited access to advanced manufacturing technologies d. High production costs and centralized decision-making