If an Organization Has Very Centralized and Hierarchical Organizational Structure

question 79

Short Answer

If an organization has very centralized and hierarchical organizational structure, then it would make sense if applications like purchasing were highly _________and controlled by each individual department.

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Definitions:

Actual Group Performance

The real, observed output or results produced by a group when working on a task or project.

Sequential Assembly Line

A manufacturing process where a product is assembled in a fixed sequence of steps, with each workstation contributing a specific part of the assembly.

Conjunctive Task

A task in a group setting where the group's performance is determined by its weakest link or member, emphasizing the importance of each member's contribution.

Self-managed Work Team

A group of employees who are given the autonomy to plan, execute, and monitor their own work activities, often leading to increased motivation and productivity.