From Management's Point of View, Both Cost Considerations and Smooth

question 28

Multiple Choice

From management's point of view, both cost considerations and smooth daily operations indicate that an effective grievance procedure is one that settles grievances at the _____ stage.

• A) first
• B) second
• C) third
• D) fourth (arbitration stage)
• E) none of the above stages is preferable to another

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Definitions:

Organic Designs

Describes an organizational structure that is more flexible and adaptable, typically characterized by loose, informal communication and decentralized decision making.

Span of Control

The number of subordinates or direct reports that a manager or supervisor can effectively oversee.

Subordinates

Employees or team members who are lower in rank or position and report to someone higher in the organizational hierarchy.

Direct Reporting

The process where employees report directly to their immediate supervisor without intermediaries.