The following scenarios describe situations faced by hypothetical companies that currently have a centralized organization structure. As
Question:
The following scenarios describe situations faced by hypothetical companies that currently have a centralized organization structure. As you review each of the scenarios, provide your opinion as to whether the company should move to a more decentralized organization structure.
1. Company X produces one specialized product line for heart surgeons in the United States.
• Maintain current centralized organization structure or Move to a more decentralized organization structure Defend your choice:
2. Company Y makes over 100 electronic products and has to respond rapidly to the moves of its competitors.
• Maintain current centralized organization structure or Move to a more decentralized organization structure Defend your choice:
3. Company Z’s managers are becoming increasingly comfortable with delegating tasks and responsibilities to subordinates in order to develop their decision-making skills.
• Maintain current centralized organization structure or Move to a more decentralized organization structure Defend your choice:
Step by Step Answer:
Management Leading And Collaborating In A Competitive World
ISBN: 9781265051303
15th International Edition
Authors: Thomas S Bateman, Scott A Snell, Robert Konopaske