List at Least Seven Different Possible Inputs to a Transformation

question 108

Short Answer

List at least seven different possible inputs to a transformation process.

Understand the impact of external factors such as competitors on organization design.

Recognize the importance of task delegation, culture, power, and job design in organization design.

Appreciate the strategic importance of supplier selection and relationships in organization design.

Grasp the concepts of hierarchy, differentiation, and integration in organization structure.

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Definitions:

Organizational Buyers

Entities that purchase products or services for use in the production of other goods and services, for resale, or for the organization's operations.

Distributors

Entities or individuals responsible for delivering a company's products from the manufacturer to the ultimate consumer or retailer.

Consumer Markets

Markets that consist of individuals and households that purchase goods and services for personal consumption.

Business-To-Business Markets

Markets where transactions are conducted between companies, rather than between companies and individual consumers.