The Grapevine of an Organization Is Best Defined as _____

question 10

Multiple Choice

The grapevine of an organization is best defined as _____.

• A) a network that follows a set pattern of communication within the organization
• B) a network that is highly dependent on the computational skills of the organization's employees
• C) a collection of the simple, well-defined communication streams within an organization
• D) the informal network used by the employees within the organization
• E) the network used by the organization to communicate with its core business partners

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Definitions:

5Ss

refers to a workplace organization method that uses a list of five Japanese words: seiri, seiton, seiso, seiketsu, and shitsuke, translating to sort, set in order, shine, standardize, and sustain.

Kanban Size

Refers to the quantity of work or inventory items that a Kanban card or signal controls in a Kanban system, aiming to optimize workflow and reduce waste in a pull-based production system.

Setup Cost

The expenses incurred to prepare equipment or processes for manufacturing or service provision.

Carrying Cost

Expenses associated with holding or storing inventory over a period, including warehousing, insurance, depreciation, and opportunity costs.