Should an Organization Centralize or Decentralize Its Decision Making? What

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Essay

Should an organization centralize or decentralize its decision making? What are three questions (identified by McKinsey Consulting)that can assist in answering this question?

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Definitions:

Straight-Line Method

A depreciation method that allocates an equal amount of depreciation each year over the asset's useful life.

Pension Plan Accounting

The process of recording and managing all the financial aspects of a pension plan, including its liabilities and assets.

GAAP

Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, which are a common set of accounting rules and standards for financial reporting.

Postemployment Benefits

Benefits, including pension plans and healthcare, that an employee is entitled to upon retirement or termination of service.