A company has implemented a MBO system, in which managers and employees work together to set specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time$-$bound goals $($SMART goals$)$ for each employee. Which of the following is NOT a benefit of the MBO system?

a$.$

Increased motivation and job satisfaction for employees

b$.$

Improved communication and collaboration between managers and employees

c$.$

Increased competition and conflict between employees

d$.$

Enhanced accountability for employees

e$.$

Greater alignment of individual goals with the overall goals of the company

f$.$

Improved decision$-$making and problem$-$solving skills for employees