Which of the Following Statements Regarding Effective Organizational Cultures Is

question 118

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements regarding effective organizational cultures is true?

• A) Once a corporate culture is developed, strategic leaders can focus on other activities.
• B) A strategy that is historically new for a firm should be implemented by incremental changes in the organization's culture.
• C) A central task of strategic leaders is to revise the corporate culture on an annual basis after analyzing the changes occurring in the competitive environment.
• D) Organizational culture can be a source of competitive advantage because it helps regulate and control employee behavior and influences how the firm conducts its business.

Difference between progressive and positive discipline and the emphasis on encouragement in positive discipline.

Examine the ethical implications in handling promotional decisions in scenarios involving potential discrimination.

Understand the importance of communication and enforcement of organizational values and standards for ethical employee treatment.

Compare and contrast progressive and positive discipline, highlighting the problem-solving approach in the latter.

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Definitions:

Combination Approach

A strategy that combines various methods, techniques, or practices to achieve a more effective outcome or solution.

Straight Salary

A fixed regular payment made by an employer to an employee, regardless of the employee's performance or hours worked.

Exclusive Distribution

A distribution strategy where a supplier grants exclusive rights to a single wholesaler or retailer to sell its products in a specific territory.

Intensive Distribution

Intensive distribution is a strategy where a company makes its product available through as many outlets as possible to maximize coverage and product availability.