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The type of IS governance mechanism that uses intentional activities or practices to link managers in two or more organizational units who may engage in or impact cross-unit problem-solving (such as physical co-location) is referred to as:

a. Formal Groups.
b. Formal Roles.
c. Informal Networking Practices.
d. Human Resource Practices.

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The solution responds to the multiple choice question on IS governance mechanism, including an explanation of why it is the best answer. Reference for further reading is provided.

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Best Answer: c. Informal Networking Practices.

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By definition, (c) is the correct answer. In other words, informal Networking Practices is a type of IS governance ...

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