During the Period 2001-2003,airlines in the U

question 9

Essay

During the period 2001-2003,airlines in the U.S.had a difficult time earning a positive net income.Terrorism,war,disease,and a weak economy all combined to reduce both business and tourist travel.In addition,the major airlines faced competition from rivals who could lower ticket prices.Most airlines began a change in organizational architecture.All major jobs in airlines are unionized.What major leadership issues needed to be addressed as these companies reorganized?

Understand the basic principles of organizational design and structure, including differentiation and integration.

Identify the characteristics and differences between mechanistic and organic bureaucracies.

Recognize the various ways organizations can be structured, including by function, product, territory, process, or customer.

Explain the concept of centralization and decentralization in decision-making within organizations.

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