businesses exist and operate in many different environments. This has always been the case, but many consumers don't realize the different environments or how businesses must adapt to operate in each. what are some of these environments? Can you give some examples as to how they might influence operations? In your opinion, which has the most influence?

businesses exist and operate in many different environments. This has always been the case, but many consumers don't realize the different environments or how businesses must adapt to operate in each. what are some of these environments? Can you give some examples as to how they might influence operations? In your opinion, which has the most influence?

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