Which of the Following Is an Example of a Measure

question 65

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of a measure taken by a firm to encourage the development of complementary goods?

• A) Adobe giving away the Acrobat Reader for free
• B) Microsoft bundling new products into Windows, Internet Explorer browser, and other offerings
• C) Google's support of the Open Social standard for social networking
• D) Apple's iTunes that allows developers to sell their products online
• E) Nintendo's Wii games targeted at families, women, and older age groups

Recognize the impact of organizational structure on management and employee behavior.

Identify how environmental uncertainty influences organizational structure.

Define and differentiate between span of control, delegation, and decentralization in organizational contexts.

Evaluate the trends in organizational design towards more adaptive and flat structures.

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Definitions:

Competitive Global Environment

A business context where companies worldwide compete against one another to offer the best products, services, and customer experiences.

Tailor Communication

The practice of customizing messages and interactions to suit the specific needs and preferences of the audience or recipient.

Workforce Diversity

The range of differences among the members of a workforce, including but not limited to race, gender, ethnicity, age, and sexual orientation.

Contemporary Organizations

Modern or present-day entities characterized by dynamic structures, processes, and practices aimed at navigating the demands of a rapidly changing environment.