DIRECTIONS: Assume that the following managers are planning to build two new company plants - one in upstate New York, and one in Texas . 

IDENTIFY EACH COMMENT BELOW IN RED AS COMING FROM A MANAGER USING ONE OF THESE MODELS : 

(A) TRADITIONAL MANAGER

(B) HUMAN RELATIONS MANAGER

(C) HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER

(D) SYSTEMS/CONTINGENCY MANAGER

(E) TRANSFORMATIONAL MANAGER

(F) NONE OF THESE

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WHO SAID COMMENT ONE: 

The only organization model that works in today's global market requires a flexible, decentralized structure allowing employees to use computer and internet-connected teams that supervise themselves through mutual adjustement. Therefore, I would implement a form of this same structure in both locations. 

WHO SAID COMMENT TWO:

No matter where they are located, employees need cotrol and structure, so I would implement the same model and system of control in both locations. 

WHO SAID COMMENT THREE: 

Texas and New York may well respond to different organization models. However, the only way to be sure which models would work best is to send a research team to both locations to discover : (1) the values, expectations, and skills of the potential managers and employees; and (2) external factors such as the economy of the area and potential customer needs and wants. Once discovered, I would use this information to implement the best organization model for each location whether it was traditional, human relations, human resources, or even transformational. 

WHO SAID COMMENT FOUR: 

I would establish a formalized structure of control in upstate New York, and a friendly , casual mode in Texas to match the people found in the two locations. 

WHO SAID COMMENT FIVE: 

People want to be respected and liked no matter where they are located. To improve productivity , I would create a friendly and relaxed atmosphere in both locations - everyone loves the feeling of belonging. 

WHO SAID COMMENT SIX:

All employees experience more personal satisfaction when they are involved in decision making. I would establish teams of employees at both locations and allow them to help make important organization and product decisions.