What are integrating mechanisms? What will be an ideal ...

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What are integrating mechanisms?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

The distinct characteristic common to all participative management programs is the use of:
 
  A) flexible benefits. B) joint decision making.
  C) increased compensation. D) all of the above.

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Answer to Question 1

Integrating mechanisms are organizing tools used to increase communication and coordination among functions and divisions. These tools include direct contact, liaison roles, and teams and task forces.

With direct contact, managers from different functions establish face-to-face working relationships that allow them to solve common problems informally without having to go through the formal channels of authority in the hierarchy. Liaison roles give specific functional managers the formal responsibility of communicating with managers in other functions to solve common problems. Organizations often create teams and task forces composed of employees from different functions to facilitate communication and cooperation.

Answer to Question 2

B