Mechanistic Structures Operate Best

question 34

Multiple Choice

Mechanistic structures operate best:

• A) in stable environments.
• B) where employees dislike hierarchy and status.
• C) when there is horizontal rather than vertical communication flows.
• 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:

Team-Building Methods

Strategies and activities designed to increase team cohesiveness and improve collaboration among members.

Quality Of Work Life

A concept that refers to the overall satisfaction, well-being, and favorable working conditions experienced by employees.

Organizational Culture

A collection of common beliefs, objectives, values, and behaviors that define a particular institution or organization.

Organization-Wide Norms

The shared expectations and rules that guide behavior of members within an entire organization.