Johnson & Johnson Does Not Require Its Various Divisions to Report

question 97

Multiple Choice

Johnson & Johnson does not require its various divisions to report in frequently.It believes in letting each manager have the authority to respond quickly to environmental changes.These changes do not have to be approved by Johnson & Johnson before they are implemented.Johnson & Johnson has ____ strategic control.

• A)bureaucratic
• B)inappropriate
• C)decentralized
• D)formalized
• E)inflexible

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Definitions:

Hostile Environments

Working or living conditions that are unwelcoming, intimidating, or unpleasant, often due to harassment or discrimination.

Team-Based Structure

An organizational framework where work is conducted by groups of employees working together, emphasizing collaboration and shared goals.

Flattening Hierarchy

The process of reducing levels of management or structure in an organization to improve communication, decision-making speed, and employee involvement.

Self-Directed Work Teams

Groups of employees who manage their workload and tasks without direct supervision, often responsible for planning, execution, and monitoring.