Your CEO has asked you to explain the potential negative consequences of having training and development plans that are not congruent with your company's strategy. Which of the following is likely to be negatively affected for the organization if training initiatives are not aligned with the organization's strategy?

A) book value
B) training costs
C) flexibility
D) market value

Training Initiatives

Programs or projects undertaken by organizations to develop the skills and competencies of their employees, often with specific objectives and outcomes in mind.

Organizational Strategy

A planned course of action designed to achieve the long-term goals and objectives of an organization.

Negative Consequences

Undesirable outcomes that result from an action or lack thereof.