Define and Explain Three Functions of a Local Union

question 51

Essay

Define and explain three functions of a local union.

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Definitions:

Authority And Power

Concepts related to the ability to influence or control others' behavior and decisions, with authority being formally granted and power possibly arising from various sources.

Flow Of Authority

The structured path along which formal power is passed down within an organization, dictating who reports to whom.

Mechanistic Approach

A perspective that views systems, including organizations, as machine-like, with rigid structures and clearly defined functions.

Organizational Development

A planned, organization-wide effort to increase an organization's effectiveness and viability, often involving interventions in its processes, operations, or culture.