In the systems view of business a system is an interconnected set of elements that
A. converts inputs into desired outputs
B. acts as a multidimensional network of suppliers and outsourcing partners
C. manages the speed and flexibility of a process
D. considers all elements that add value to the organization
E. helps identify key advantages of a process
Ans: A. converts inputs into desired outputs
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