Deciding where to locate and perform R&D depends on a number of factors. Which of the following is not a significant influence?
A) R&D supporting overseas production should be located close to that of overseas production.
B) R&D supporting existing businesses (i.e. products, processes, divisions) should be located in established divisions.
C) R&D supporting global products and services should be located overseas.
D) R&D supporting new businesses should initially be located in central laboratories, then transferred to divisions for exploitation.

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The location of R&D for global products and services does not necessarily need to be overseas. The decision should be based on where the best resources, talent, and strategic advantages are available, rather than the geographical location alone.

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