Author Question: Amy has recently started a business dealing with natural textiles, a niche industry that promotes ... (Read 47 times)

shenderson6 · **on:** Jul 6, 2018

Amy has recently started a business dealing with natural textiles, a niche industry that promotes the green cause. Though it is not completely structured or very profitable, Amy enjoys this work and ensures that her subordinates feel the same way.

She encourages new ideas, innovative strategies, and open communication between each and every member and runs the business as a venture based on trust and a common cause. Amy uses ________.
A) the traditional organizational design
B) a high degree of formality
C) the organic style of management
D) multi-level organizational design
E) a vertical style of communication

Question 2

Which of the following is true of the organic style of organizational management?

A) It divides and subdivides work into ever-smaller, highly specialized tasks.
B) It centralizes the decision-making authority with rules and norms.
C) It coordinates activities mainly through the subordinate-boss relationship.
D) It suits rapidly changing environments requiring flexibility and innovation.
E) It emphasizes the hierarchy of authority, vertical communication, and accountability.