Photo by: iQoncept. Synergy, also known as synergism, refers to the combined effects produced by two or more parts, elements, or individuals. Simply stated, synergy results when the whole is greater than the sum of the parts. For example, two people can move a heavy load more easily than the two working individually can each move their half of the load. Synergy can be a positive or negative outcome of combined efforts.
One enduring origin story holds that French fries were invented by street vendors on the Pont Neuf bridge in Paris in 1789, just before the outbreak of the French revolution. However, a reference exists in France from 1775 to a few pieces of fried potato and to fried potatoes.
In 1953, the Simplot Company began selling frozen French fries, but their less than appealing taste resulted in sluggish sales. Simplot teamed up with Ray Kroc to use frozen French fries in McDonaldâs restaurants and today, the typical American eats more than 30 pounds of frozen French fries every year, ninety percent of them purchased at fast food restaurants.