Short Case Scenario 6-1

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Essay

Short Case Scenario 6-1
Steffi Graf has assumed leadership of Ace Products after many years of loyal service. Ace Products is an international manufacturer of copiers, printers, and fax machines. Historically, their customers have fallen into four groups: hospitals, small businesses, airlines, and state and local governments. After talking with her daughter, who has just completed her business degree, Steffi is beginning to wonder if reorganizing would benefit Ace Products. The organization chart shows that there is a Vice-President of Manufacturing, Vice-President of Accounting and Finance, and a Vice-President of Marketing; they all report to the President of Ace Products.
-What benefits can be expected from a functional organization?

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Definitions:

Industrial Workers of the World

An international labor union founded in 1905, also known as the Wobblies, aimed at unifying workers in a global struggle for socialism.

Knights of Labor

An influential labor organization in the late 19th century in the United States that aimed to protect and fight for workers' rights.

Skilled Craftsmen

Workers who have specialized in a particular trade or craft through extensive training and experience.

Industrial Workers

Individuals who are employed in sectors related to manufacturing, construction, and production, often involving manual labor.