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Therefore, in order to move forward, companies would be well advised to maximise the use of their skilled staff and
focus on the value of employee contribution to the overall success of the business. By building talented teams and
creating an environment of support and reward for employees, the company will achieve its goals, which will in turn lead
to improved profitability.
1) In the first paragraph, we learn that
A. large companies might ignore what seems like insignificant waste.
B. small amounts of waste are unimportant.
C. managers of smaller companies watch savings closely.
D. large organisations focus on profitability more than small businesses.
2) The writer suggests that companies
A. need to be busy all the time.
B. usually pay far too much for overheads.
C. often fail to see what is obvious.
D. work with other companies to find space.
3) When reducing overheads, the article also advises..
A. operating different systems across the globe.
B. giving staff lots of practice with new systems.
C. checking how staff are coping with new practices.
D. implementing more processes.
4) In the fourth paragraph, the writer warns about
A. agreeing to suppliers' new terms and conditions.
B. damaging quality by cutting supplier costs.
C. borrowing from banks with cheaper rates.
D. repaying expensive financial deals too quickly.
5) To improve turnover, the writer suggests companies
A. market products to new customers.
B. increase sales to their best customers.
C. consider limiting the product line.
D. offer premium versions of new products.
6) According to the article, employees
A. are happier in larger organisations.
B. are always distant from management.
C. prefer to work in smaller companies.
D. are extremely important to success.
