The XYZ Corporation has a distinct division of labor, consistent rules, and a clear hierarchy. Managers maintain distance between themselves and subordinates, and promotions are awarded based on technical expertise. These are all hallmarks of

Which of the following are advantages of bureaucratic organizations? Check all that apply.

The hierarchy of positions is clear.

The rigid structure enables the same response to any situation.

Rules let employees know what is expected.

Promotions result from favoritism.

Which of the following is the best example of a company using a bureaucratic model of organization design?

At Eagle Video, each production crew manages itself without much input from senior management. Each crew is dedicated to the job at hand, and different jobs seem to bring different crew skills to the forefront. For one client, the crew will be totally focused on getting exactly the right lighting. For another client, the crew might work to get the job done as quickly as possible.

Lifeguards may seem to have an easy life, but the work is really very difficult. All lifeguards receive specialized training and are ready to jump into action if an emergency arises. Professional lifeguards use a paramilitary structure $($chief$,$ captain, lieutenant, sergeant, and two levels of lifeguards$),$ so there is only one person giving orders in an emergency.

Emily paints for a living and loves it$.$ She decides how many paintings she will create in any given time period and what kinds of paintings they will be$.$ Fortunately, Emily has the discipline to paint even when she doesn't feel like it$,$ and she has produced many pieces of art that have sold for good prices.