What is the difference between the mechanistic model and the ...

[asmith134]

What is the difference between the mechanistic model and the organic model of organizational structure?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

A code of ethics is a mechanism which works to establish a strong organizational culture by ________.
 
  A) forcing employees to act in a certain manner
  B) reducing ambiguities in how employees should act
  C) providing a strong message to the public about the company
  D) both A and C
  E) both B and C

[peter]

Answer to Question 1

The mechanistic model is generally synonymous with the bureaucracy in that it has extensive departmentalization, high formalization, a limited information network (mostly downward communication), and little participation by low-level members in decision making. At the other extreme is the organic model. This model looks a lot like the boundaryless organization. It is flat, uses cross-hierarchical and cross-functional teams, has low formalization, possesses a comprehensive information network, and involves high participation in decision making.
The more scarce, dynamic, and complex the environment, the more organic a structure should be. The more abundant, stable, and simple the environment, the more the mechanistic structure will be preferred.

Answer to Question 2

B
Explanation: B) A code of ethics cannot make employees act in a certain manner; however, it can work as a unifying element allowing all employees to know what is and is not acceptable.