Exam 17: Evidence-Based Decision Making

Barbara is the product manager of an energy company which operates in the Americas. She is concerned about the increased employee theft observed in the factory. A study has shown that $30,000 worth of merchandise was attributed to employee theft in the year 2010. -Information technology has caused employee stealing to ________.

The purpose of the board of directors is to look out for interests of the managers and employees of the organization.

The control process is a two-step process that compares actual performance against a standard and then taking managerial action to correct deviations or inadequate standards.

In a short essay,describe the main performance control tools used for monitoring and measuring organizational performance.

Companies establish monitoring systems for employee computer and online use because protecting ________ is important for all businesses,especially in high-tech industries.

Which common source of information for measuring performance reports only on key areas and may ignore important facts?

Managers should not consider standards when measuring the actual performance of employees.