PC Firms Are Finding That They Must Keep on the Cutting

question 46

Multiple Choice

PC firms are finding that they must keep on the cutting edge more than any other industry because of:

• A)The relentless pace of technological change
• B)The tendency of customers to switch brands frequently
• C)The shrinking market
• D)Their reliance on upscale retail outlets

Examine the implications of organizational design on efficiency, flexibility, and employee satisfaction.

Understand the concepts of empowerment and its significance in organizational management.

Differentiate between centralization and decentralization within an organizational context.

Comprehend the process of delegation, including its challenges and benefits.

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Definitions:

Bureaucracy

An administrative framework marked by rigid rules, methods, and a clear chain of command, typically found in sizable institutions or governmental bodies.

Reliability and Stringency

Concepts relating to the consistency of a measure (reliability) and the strictness or rigor of procedures or criteria (stringency).

Discipline

The practice of training people to obey rules or a code of behavior, using punishment to correct disobedience.

Clear Division of Labour

Refers to the specific allocation of work tasks or responsibilities among individuals or groups in an organization to improve efficiency and productivity.