This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer

Author Question: In the case of related diversification, when the coordination problems become very severe, which of ... (Read 17 times)

RODY.ELKHALIL

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 591
In the case of related diversification, when the coordination problems become very severe, which of the following organizational structures is most likely to be used to increase integration?
 
  A) functional structure
  B) conglomerate structure
  C) multidivisional matrix structure
  D) product team structure

Question 2

Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of decentralization.
 
  What will be an ideal response?



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

jlaineee

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 380
Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

The advantage of decentralization is that it promotes flexibility and responsiveness by allowing lower-level managers to make on-the-spot decisions. Managers remain accountable for their actions but have the opportunity to assume greater responsibilities and take potentially successful risks.

The downside of decentralization is that if so much authority is delegated that managers at all levels can make their own decisions, planning and coordination become very difficult. Thus too much decentralization may lead an organization to lose control of its decision-making process.




RODY.ELKHALIL

  • Member
  • Posts: 591
Reply 2 on: Jul 7, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it


dantucker

  • Member
  • Posts: 346
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

 

Did you know?

If you use artificial sweeteners, such as cyclamates, your eyes may be more sensitive to light. Other factors that will make your eyes more sensitive to light include use of antibiotics, oral contraceptives, hypertension medications, diuretics, and antidiabetic medications.

Did you know?

Amoebae are the simplest type of protozoans, and are characterized by a feeding and dividing trophozoite stage that moves by temporary extensions called pseudopodia or false feet.

Did you know?

Automated pill dispensing systems have alarms to alert patients when the correct dosing time has arrived. Most systems work with many varieties of medications, so patients who are taking a variety of drugs can still be in control of their dose regimen.

Did you know?

Although the Roman numeral for the number 4 has always been taught to have been "IV," according to historians, the ancient Romans probably used "IIII" most of the time. This is partially backed up by the fact that early grandfather clocks displayed IIII for the number 4 instead of IV. Early clockmakers apparently thought that the IIII balanced out the VIII (used for the number 8) on the clock face and that it just looked better.

Did you know?

Hip fractures are the most serious consequences of osteoporosis. The incidence of hip fractures increases with each decade among patients in their 60s to patients in their 90s for both women and men of all populations. Men and women older than 80 years of age show the highest incidence of hip fractures.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library