The Purpose of the Sociotechnical Systems Approach Is To

question 67

Multiple Choice

The purpose of the sociotechnical systems approach is to:

• A) apply the theory of job enlargement.
• B) provide qualified management to an organization in a turbulent environment.
• C) offer the most advanced information technology possible to maximize organizational competitiveness.
• D) combines human needs with technical efficiency in job design.

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Definitions:

Democratic

Relating to or supporting democracy or its principles, where power is vested in the people and exercised directly by them or by their elected agents under a free electoral system.

Discussion

The act of talking about something with another person or a group in order to exchange ideas or decide something.

Groupthink

A phenomenon that occurs within a group of people, where the desire for harmony in a decision-making group overrides a realistic appraisal of alternatives.

Realistic Appraisal

The process of objectively evaluating situations, possibilities, and potential outcomes based on factual and rational analysis.