An Example of Using a Reductionist Approach to Managing an Organization

question 28

Multiple Choice

An example of using a reductionist approach to managing an organization would include which of these?

• A) Reviewing external data and possible interventions that may address a clinical problem
• B) Looking outside of an organization for a body of evidence
• C) Envisioning long-term results and trends that can benefit the larger system
• D) Quickly addressing an issue to make it more manageable

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Definitions:

Learning and Growth

Refers to the strategies and processes that facilitate the continuous improvement and development of employees, systems, and organizational capabilities.

Balanced Scorecard

A strategic planning and management system used by organizations to align business activities to the vision and strategy, improve internal and external communications, and monitor organizational performance against strategic goals.

Strategy Map

A visual tool used in strategic planning to align an organization's missions, visions, and goals to its strategy, displaying the cause-and-effect relationships among different strategic objectives.

Strategic Objectives

These are specific, measurable goals set by a business to guide its strategic direction and assist in achieving its overarching purposes.