Theresa Works in an Organization Where Coordination Across Organizational Units

question 184

Multiple Choice

Theresa works in an organization where coordination across organizational units is poor and the units perceived themselves to be in competition with one another for organizational resources. These characteristics are consistent with which of the following structures?

• A) A matrix structure
• B) A functional structure
• C) A divisional structure
• D) A team-based structure
• E) A virtual network structure

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Definitions:

Network Technique

A method used in project management and operations research to plan and manage complex projects, often visualized through diagrams.

Precedence Relationships

The sequence or order in which tasks or activities must be performed in a project or process, often due to technical or logistical constraints.

Decreasing Activity Time

A strategy or process of reducing the time required to complete tasks or activities in a project to increase efficiency and possibly reduce overall project duration.

Crash Cost

The additional expenses incurred to reduce the completion time of a project, often through measures such as overtime pay or extra resources.