During World War I, the United States implemented various strategies and policies to mobilize and prepare for the war. One significant aspect of this mobilization was the expansion of government power to manage resources and supply the war effort. A key legislative act was the establishment of the War Industries Board, which played a crucial role in regulating industrial production and consolidating supply chains. As tensions heightened, the U.S. government sought to control labor, materials, and production methods more effectively. Which of the following aspects was a direct result of the establishment of the War Industries Board?