Mechanistic Structures Operate Best

question 26

Multiple Choice

Mechanistic structures operate best:

• A)in stable environments.
• B)where employees dislike hierarchy and status.
• C)in rapidly changing environments.
• D)where knowledge management is a competitive advantage to the organization.
• E)where employees perform tasks with high variety and low analyzability.

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Definitions:

Employee Stock Ownership Plans

An employee benefit plan giving workers ownership interest in the company, often as a form of retirement plan.

Team Behaviours

The actions or reactions of a group working together towards a common goal.

Spot Bonus

A one-time payment given to an employee for exceptional performance, as a reward and motivation, usually without prior announcement or expectation.

Singular Effort

A term potentially referring to an individual's unique attempt or contribution toward a task or goal, emphasizing the solo nature of the endeavor.