Question 1

The matrix structure attempts to combine the advantages of the functional and product-oriented structure.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

At Sharp Corporation, work is divided into units that specialize in production, marketing, research and development, and other management tasks. This is an example of a

Accepted Answer

A)  simple structure. 
B)  functional structure. 
C)  divisional structure. 
D)  matrix structure. 
A)  simple structure. 
B)  functional structure. 
C)  divisional structure. 
D)  matrix structure.

Question 3

Describe the attributes of a matrix organizational structure. What are the disadvantages associated with using the matrix organizational form?

Accepted Answer

The Matrix structure is a combination of

Question 4

How do structures change as organizations grow and mature? What are the dominant patterns of growth?

Accepted Answer

Organizations typically start out with a

Question 5

Outline the basic ideas behind the ambidextrous organizational design.

Accepted Answer

An ambidextrous organization has a clear

Question 6

Discuss the uses and challenges of the barrier-free organizational structure.

Accepted Answer

A barrier-free organization enables a fi

Question 7

Explain why there is no "one best way" to design strategic rewards systems.

Accepted Answer

The effective use of reward and evaluati

Question 8

Briefly describe the strategic business unit (SBU) organizational structure. What are the advantages of this form of organizing?

Accepted Answer

With a SBU structure, divisions with sim

Question 9

"Ambidexterity" involves the ability to manage two contradictory strategies faced by today's managers.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Because the modular form of organizing involves outsourcing vital functions, modular firms often forfeit full strategic control.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

One disadvantage of a functional structure is that differences in functional orientation may impede organization coordination and communication.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

An organization that has both adaptability and alignment is known as

Accepted Answer

A)  a matrix organization 
B)  an ambidextrous organization 
C)  a virtual organization 
D)  a boundaryless organization 
A)  a matrix organization 
B)  an ambidextrous organization 
C)  a virtual organization 
D)  a boundaryless organization

Question 13

The strategic business unit (SBU) and holding company structure are variants of the functional form of structure.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

All of the following are advantages of a strategic business unit (SBU) type of organizational structure, except

Accepted Answer

A)  divisions with similar products, markets, or technologies are formed into homogeneous groups that can achieve synergies. 
B)  divisional executives can respond quickly to market changes and opportunities. 
C)  planning and control by the corporate office is more manageable. 
D)  the corporate office is more removed from the individual divisions. 
A)  divisions with similar products, markets, or technologies are formed into homogeneous groups that can achieve synergies. 
B)  divisional executives can respond quickly to market changes and opportunities. 
C)  planning and control by the corporate office is more manageable. 
D)  the corporate office is more removed from the individual divisions.

Question 15

Outsourcing relieves companies of the requirement to maintain skill levels needed to manufacture essential components.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Which of the following is the best way to design reward and evaluation systems?

Accepted Answer

A)  They should be designed around shareholder priorities. 
B)  They should be designed around customer priorities. 
C)  They should be designed around profitability goals. 
D)  There is no best way to design reward and evaluation systems. 
A)  They should be designed around shareholder priorities. 
B)  They should be designed around customer priorities. 
C)  They should be designed around profitability goals. 
D)  There is no best way to design reward and evaluation systems.

Question 17

Which of the following is a disadvantage of a functional type of organizational structure?

Accepted Answer

A)  Differences in functional orientation may impede communication and coordination. 
B)  Use of managerial and technical talent is inefficient due to pooling of expertise in functional areas. 
C)  Decision making is centralized at the top of the organization. 
D)  Managers tend to be overly concerned with long-term strategies that minimize the importance of functional area strengths. 
A)  Differences in functional orientation may impede communication and coordination. 
B)  Use of managerial and technical talent is inefficient due to pooling of expertise in functional areas. 
C)  Decision making is centralized at the top of the organization. 
D)  Managers tend to be overly concerned with long-term strategies that minimize the importance of functional area strengths.

Question 18

A major disadvantage of the matrix structure is that it duplicates the use of specialized personnel, equipment, and facilities.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

What is the name of the practice that many modular organizations use to grow?

Accepted Answer

A)  Operational effectiveness 
B)  Outsourcing 
C)  Strategic leveraging 
D)  Strategic enabling 
A)  Operational effectiveness 
B)  Outsourcing 
C)  Strategic leveraging 
D)  Strategic enabling

Question 20

Boundaryless structures replace traditional structures.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

The matrix structure attempts to combine the advantages of the functional and product-oriented structure.

At Sharp Corporation, work is divided into units that specialize in production, marketing, research and development, and other management tasks. This is an example of a

Describe the attributes of a matrix organizational structure. What are the disadvantages associated with using the matrix organizational form?

How do structures change as organizations grow and mature? What are the dominant patterns of growth?

Outline the basic ideas behind the ambidextrous organizational design.

Discuss the uses and challenges of the barrier-free organizational structure.

Explain why there is no "one best way" to design strategic rewards systems.

Briefly describe the strategic business unit (SBU) organizational structure. What are the advantages of this form of organizing?

"Ambidexterity" involves the ability to manage two contradictory strategies faced by today's managers.

Because the modular form of organizing involves outsourcing vital functions, modular firms often forfeit full strategic control.

One disadvantage of a functional structure is that differences in functional orientation may impede organization coordination and communication.

An organization that has both adaptability and alignment is known as

The strategic business unit (SBU) and holding company structure are variants of the functional form of structure.

All of the following are advantages of a strategic business unit (SBU) type of organizational structure, except

Outsourcing relieves companies of the requirement to maintain skill levels needed to manufacture essential components.

Which of the following is the best way to design reward and evaluation systems?

Which of the following is a disadvantage of a functional type of organizational structure?

A major disadvantage of the matrix structure is that it duplicates the use of specialized personnel, equipment, and facilities.

What is the name of the practice that many modular organizations use to grow?

Boundaryless structures replace traditional structures.

Strategic Management: Creating Competitive Advantages: an Overview

Analyzing the External Environment of the Firm

Analyzing the Internal Environment of the Firm

Assessing the Intellectual Assets of the Firm

Business-Level Strategy: Creating and Sustaining Competitive Advanta

Corporate-Level Strategy: Creating Value Through Diversification

International Strategy: Creating Value in Global Markets

Industry Change and Competitive Dynamics

Strategic Control and Corporate Governance

Strategic Leadership: Creating a Learning, Ethical, and Socially Res

Managing Innovation and Fostering Entrepreneurship

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Exam 9: Creating Effective Organizational Designs

The matrix structure attempts to combine the advantages of the functional and product-oriented structure.

At Sharp Corporation, work is divided into units that specialize in production, marketing, research and development, and other management tasks. This is an example of a

Describe the attributes of a matrix organizational structure. What are the disadvantages associated with using the matrix organizational form?

How do structures change as organizations grow and mature? What are the dominant patterns of growth?

Outline the basic ideas behind the ambidextrous organizational design.

Discuss the uses and challenges of the barrier-free organizational structure.

Explain why there is no "one best way" to design strategic rewards systems.

Briefly describe the strategic business unit (SBU) organizational structure. What are the advantages of this form of organizing?

"Ambidexterity" involves the ability to manage two contradictory strategies faced by today's managers.

Because the modular form of organizing involves outsourcing vital functions, modular firms often forfeit full strategic control.

One disadvantage of a functional structure is that differences in functional orientation may impede organization coordination and communication.

An organization that has both adaptability and alignment is known as

The strategic business unit (SBU) and holding company structure are variants of the functional form of structure.

All of the following are advantages of a strategic business unit (SBU) type of organizational structure, except

Outsourcing relieves companies of the requirement to maintain skill levels needed to manufacture essential components.

Which of the following is the best way to design reward and evaluation systems?

Which of the following is a disadvantage of a functional type of organizational structure?

A major disadvantage of the matrix structure is that it duplicates the use of specialized personnel, equipment, and facilities.

What is the name of the practice that many modular organizations use to grow?

Boundaryless structures replace traditional structures.

Strategic Management: Creating Competitive Advantages: an Overview

Analyzing the External Environment of the Firm

Analyzing the Internal Environment of the Firm

Assessing the Intellectual Assets of the Firm

Business-Level Strategy: Creating and Sustaining Competitive Advanta

Corporate-Level Strategy: Creating Value Through Diversification

International Strategy: Creating Value in Global Markets

Industry Change and Competitive Dynamics

Strategic Control and Corporate Governance

Strategic Leadership: Creating a Learning, Ethical, and Socially Res

Managing Innovation and Fostering Entrepreneurship

Filters