Chapter 1.1: The Role of Architect pt.1
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What kind of firms are included in the architectural profession?

  • Firms with multiple offices
  • Country-wide firms
  • Internationally operating firms
  • All of the above (correct)

    • What is one way in which smaller firms collaborate on larger projects?

  • To gain expertise for large contracts (correct)
  • Through the use of multinational resource pools
  • To compete against local firms
  • By forming joint ventures with larger firms only

    • What challenges does globalization present to architects?

  • Adapting to different markets only
  • Coping with different cultures, political environments, and regulations (correct)
  • Improving building construction standards
  • Dealing with increased competition from local firms

    • How do multinational resource pools help in executing projects?

    <p>By offering a diverse range of professionals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do smaller firms sometimes form joint ventures?

    <p>To competitively bid on larger projects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one impact of globalization on architects?

    <p>Handling new regulatory environments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which scenarios might architects need to adapt to different regulations?

    <p>Global project execution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key reason why firms may form joint ventures?

    <p>To share risks and expertise</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an important factor to consider for architects working globally?

    <p>Adapting to cultural and regulatory differences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do joint ventures help small firms compete with larger firms?

    <p>By combining strengths to bid on larger projects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Smaller architectural firms mostly rely on internal resources to bid on larger contracts.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Joint-venture arrangements are mainly used by multinational firms in the architectural profession.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Architects working on global projects do not need to consider different regulations.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Globalization in the architectural field only brings benefits and no challenges.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Multinational resource pools are not a common practice in the architectural profession.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

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