A Firm May Be Departmentalized by Function, Product, Location, or Customer

question 148

Essay

A firm may be departmentalized by function, product, location, or customer. Explain how each method groups jobs into units.

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Definitions:

Opposability

Opposability refers to the ability of the thumb to touch the other fingers across the palm, allowing for a greater range of motion and dexterity, a key feature in human hand evolution.

Prehensility

The ability of certain body parts, like tails or fingers, to grasp or hold objects, often seen in primates and some other animals.

Brachiation

Moving from branch to branch using the arms, with the body hanging suspended below.

Manipulate Objects

the ability to control and move items in the environment using physical contact, typically involving hands or tools.