In Which Integrating Mechanism Do Managers from Different Units Informally

question 92

Multiple Choice

In which integrating mechanism do managers from different units informally work together to coordinate or to identify and solve shared problems?

• A) community of practice
• B) task force
• C) liaison role
• D) direct contact
• E) cross-functional team

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