One of the Options in a Product-Management Organization Is to Eliminate

question 48

Multiple Choice

One of the options in a product-management organization is to eliminate product manager positions for minor products and assign two or more products to each remaining manager. Under what conditions is this alternative feasible?

• A) when the product mix is highly diverse
• B) when there are very few products in the company's portfolio
• C) when two or more products serve a similar set of needs
• D) when customers fall into different user groups
• E) when the company produces many products for many markets

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Definitions:

Coalition Building

is the process of forging alliances or partnerships among groups or individuals to achieve shared goals or address common issues.

Organizational Culture

The shared values, beliefs, norms, and practices that shape the social and psychological environment of an organization.

Commitment

A state of being dedicated or loyal to a cause, activity, or job; fully engaging in an activity or duty.

Informational Control

The ability to manage and utilize information effectively to guide behavior and decisions, often impacting perceptions of control over the environment.