Mike Morrell Is a Production Supervisor in Porco Rosso, an Aircraft

question 95

Multiple Choice

Mike Morrell is a production supervisor in Porco Rosso, an aircraft manufacturing firm. After evaluating Mike's managerial capabilities, some members of the senior management feel that average productivity would improve if more workers were assigned to him. However, some managers are skeptical about Mike's ability to handle more workers.
-A ________ is consistent with recent efforts by companies to reduce costs, cut overhead, speed up decision making, increase flexibility, get closer to customers, and empower employees.

• A) wider span of control
• B) high degree of formalization
• C) longer chain of command
• D) lack of work specialization
• E) high degree of centralization

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Definitions:

Proposed Changes

Suggestions or plans put forward for consideration or action to modify or alter existing methods, processes, or structures.

Shared Power

A management and organizational principle where decision-making authority is distributed among various levels of the organization.

Collaborative Process

A method of problem-solving or project management that involves two or more individuals or entities working together to achieve a common goal.

Support

Assistance or encouragement provided to individuals or entities, usually aimed at helping them overcome challenges or achieve goals.