Litzenberger and Joy (1975) note that in a decentralized system, quantitative measures are more common for evaluating projects, but they also note that for larger projects there is some degree of centralization. This is the case with Stryker, where the most substantial projects are approved by the Board of Directors. Ang (1986) notes, however, that there can be agency problems where the interests of the division are misaligned with the

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Organizational Design and Structure of Nestle Nestle S.A., a Swiss multinational company based in Vevey, is the world's largest beverage and food company. It is renowned for its attempts at leading the world market in Nutrition, Wellness and Health. The company owns numerous brands, manufacturing diverse products, including beverages like bottled water, coffee, and milkshakes, infant formula, breakfast cereals, seasonings, healthcare and performance nutrition, sauces and soups, refrigerated and frozen food

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