In the context of M-form organizations, the primary function of the corporate-level HR department is to:

A) facilitate synergy across businesses.
B) help the top management in constructing basic functional departments.
C) motivate employees to attain organizational goals.
D) gain a sustained competitive advantage over competitors.

Corporate-level HR

Human resources management at the strategic level, focusing on policies and decisions that affect the entire organization rather than individual departments or units.

M-form Organizations

Organizations structured in a way that operations are divided into multiple, semi-autonomous units or divisions, each with its own set of functions.

Sustained Competitive Advantage

The ability of a company to maintain its competitive advantage over its competitors over a long period, thereby securing its market position and profitability.