Laozi Says That Even in Matters of Governance, Struggle and Strain

question 35

True/False

Laozi says that even in matters of governance, struggle and strain are useless, but wu-wei accomplishes much.

Recognize the significance of contingency factors in the design of organisations.

Understand the relationship between organisational size and its structure, and the concept of a simultaneous loose-tight structure.

Understand the characteristics and implications of different spans of control within organisations.

Identify and explain the mechanisms for integrating organisational subsystems and their effectiveness based on different organisational needs.

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Definitions:

Processing Department

A division within a manufacturing operation that is responsible for a specific set of tasks or processes aimed at transforming raw materials into finished products.

Materials

The raw substances or components used in the manufacturing process to create a finished product.

Equivalent Units

A concept in cost accounting used to allocate costs to units of production when a process involves partial completion of units at the end of an accounting period.

Materials

Substances or components that are used in the manufacturing or production process to create finished goods.