After reading the paragraph below why do you think the engineering department ha

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After reading the paragraph below why do you think the engineering department has not added one single new product for over a year? Their boss says if you do not give them an idea they don't come up with anything.

Next, you head to the office of Don Engles, the manager of engineering.   He tells you his loyal staff has been working hard, and it’s true they find it easier to come up with product improvements rather than innovations. Don says, “I know Mr. Conn is focused on innovations, but times are tough and customers may not be willing to take a chance on a brand-new product. Mr. Conn has said there will be no raises or promotions for the foreseeable future, yet he keeps increasing demands as well as responsibilities.   Moreover, I think our department is being unfairly blamed for problems beyond our control, such as the slow sales. Sometimes I feel I’m on shaky ground and powerless given the current state of affairs. Confidentially, if I got another job offer elsewhere, I’d seriously think about taking it.”

Explanation / Answer

In my opinion the engineering department has not added one single new product for over a year due to following reasons:

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