The Trend Toward Flatter Organisational Structures (Delayering)has Occurred Because This

question 42

Multiple Choice

The trend toward flatter organisational structures (delayering) has occurred because this action:

• A) Tends to reduce overhead costs
• B) Narrows the span of control for supervisors
• C) Puts decision makers closer to front-line staff and information about customer needs
• D) Reduces overhead costs AND puts decision makers closer to front-line staff and information about customer needs

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Total Asset Turnover

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