A Disadvantage of Planning Is That It ________

question 29

Multiple Choice

A disadvantage of planning is that it ________.

• A)causes managers to focus on the future
• B)reduces organizational flexibility once plans are set
• C)requires organizational resources
• D)can take up too much managerial time
• E)involves planning for situations that may not occur

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Definitions:

Innovation Process

An approach that involves transforming novel ideas into useful products, services, or processes to create value or improve solutions.

Nonprogrammed Decisions

Decisions made in response to unusual, unpredictable, and unique situations requiring novel approaches.

Five-step Model

A structured approach or framework divided into five sequential steps to accomplish a task or solve a problem.

Programmed Decision-making

Decision-making methods that follow established processes or rules, often for routine or repetitive decisions.