When Two Sectors of the External Environment Require Management Attention

question 28

Multiple Choice

When two sectors of the external environment require management attention, the organization may adopt a ______________ organizational design.

• A) Divisional.
• B) Functional.
• C) Matrix.
• D) Hybrid.

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Definitions:

Employee Involvement Team

A group of employees tasked with collaborating on projects or challenges to improve workplace operations or culture.

Workplace Issues

Problems or concerns that arise in the work environment, affecting employees' performance, satisfaction, and overall company function.

Functional Chimney Problem

Issues arising from the organizational structure that result in departments or functions operating in silos, hindering interdepartmental communication and cooperation.

Functional Silos Problem

A situation where departments within an organization operate in isolation from one another, which can hinder overall performance and efficiency.