Question 1

When a functional structure is used in a dynamic market, the organization may be slow in responding to changing customer demands.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Explain the functional structure.

Accepted Answer

A functional structure organizes its act

Question 3

In performing the strategic leadership role, managers must communicate a strategy in all of the following directions except ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  upward 
B)  backward 
C)  downward 
D)  outward 
A)  upward 
B)  backward 
C)  downward 
D)  outward

Question 4

A(n) ________ structure is designed to capitalize on both functional specialization and divisional autonomy.

Accepted Answer

A)  functional 
B)  multi-divisional 
C)  network 
D)  matrix 
A)  functional 
B)  multi-divisional 
C)  network 
D)  matrix

Question 5

The reinvention of HUI required that the new President/CEO create an alignment between its revamped strategy and key pieces that included all except which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  marketing 
B)  organizational structure 
C)  global logistics 
D)  employee evaluation and pay systems 
A)  marketing 
B)  organizational structure 
C)  global logistics 
D)  employee evaluation and pay systems

Question 6

The usefulness of a matrix structure increases when ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  the pressures facing a firm are predictable 
B)  high degrees of control are required 
C)  there is little coordination of resources necessary 
D)  resource sharing is unnecessary 
A)  the pressures facing a firm are predictable 
B)  high degrees of control are required 
C)  there is little coordination of resources necessary 
D)  resource sharing is unnecessary

Question 7

The three Cs of strategy communication are ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  content, contacts, and credibility 
B)  contacts, cultural understanding, and convincing 
C)  content, cultural understanding, and credibility 
D)  contacts, cultural understanding, and credibility 
A)  content, contacts, and credibility 
B)  contacts, cultural understanding, and convincing 
C)  content, cultural understanding, and credibility 
D)  contacts, cultural understanding, and credibility

Question 8

Competitive advantage is inextricably linked to a firm's human capital.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Culture can usually be adapted to fit the strategy relatively easily and quickly.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Functional organization helps managers of larger firms improve efficiency by fostering professionalism in the performance of specialized tasks.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

A matrix structure also includes external linkages with suppliers and customers.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

The ________ of an organization is the framework that management has devised to divide tasks, deploy resources, and coordinate departments.

Accepted Answer

A)  lever 
B)  system 
C)  strategy 
D)  structure 
A)  lever 
B)  system 
C)  strategy 
D)  structure

Question 13

The balanced scorecard approach is weakened when compensation is tied to financial and nonfinancial measures.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

_____ are individuals within an organization who are successful at linking otherwise unconnected parts of the organization.

Accepted Answer

A)  "Shakers" 
B)  "Movers" 
C)  "Handlers" 
D)  "Brokers" 
A)  "Shakers" 
B)  "Movers" 
C)  "Handlers" 
D)  "Brokers"

Question 15

Briefly explain the multidivisional structure.

Accepted Answer

The multidivisional structure is a form

Question 16

In today's business climate there are two types of companies, "the quick" and "the dead."

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Because most of the capital costs are picked up by the franchisor, the franchise model enables a firm to grow rapidly.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Formulation is the process of aligning the five elements of the strategy diamond.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

What are key differences between patching and the ambidextrous organizational structure?

Accepted Answer

Some key differences between patching an

Question 20

"Lean" manufacturing process improvement is typically implemented by small scale manufacturers.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

When a functional structure is used in a dynamic market, the organization may be slow in responding to changing customer demands.

Explain the functional structure.

In performing the strategic leadership role, managers must communicate a strategy in all of the following directions except ________.

A(n) ________ structure is designed to capitalize on both functional specialization and divisional autonomy.

The reinvention of HUI required that the new President/CEO create an alignment between its revamped strategy and key pieces that included all except which of the following?

The usefulness of a matrix structure increases when ________.

The three Cs of strategy communication are ________.

Competitive advantage is inextricably linked to a firm's human capital.

Culture can usually be adapted to fit the strategy relatively easily and quickly.

Functional organization helps managers of larger firms improve efficiency by fostering professionalism in the performance of specialized tasks.

A matrix structure also includes external linkages with suppliers and customers.

The ________ of an organization is the framework that management has devised to divide tasks, deploy resources, and coordinate departments.

The balanced scorecard approach is weakened when compensation is tied to financial and nonfinancial measures.

_____ are individuals within an organization who are successful at linking otherwise unconnected parts of the organization.

Briefly explain the multidivisional structure.

In today's business climate there are two types of companies, "the quick" and "the dead."

Because most of the capital costs are picked up by the franchisor, the franchise model enables a firm to grow rapidly.

Formulation is the process of aligning the five elements of the strategy diamond.

What are key differences between patching and the ambidextrous organizational structure?

"Lean" manufacturing process improvement is typically implemented by small scale manufacturers.

Introducing Strategic Management

Leading Strategically Through Effective Vision and Mission

Examining the Internal Environment: Resources

Exploring the External Environment: Macro Industry and Dynamics

Creating Business Strategies

Crafting Business Strategy of Dynamic Contexts

Developing Corporate Strategy

Looking at International Strategies

Understanding Alliances and Cooperative Strategies

Studying Merges and Acquisitions

Considering New Ventures and Corporate Renewal

Corporate Governance in the Twenty-First Century

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Exam 11: Organizational Structure, Systems, and Processes

When a functional structure is used in a dynamic market, the organization may be slow in responding to changing customer demands.

Explain the functional structure.

In performing the strategic leadership role, managers must communicate a strategy in all of the following directions except ________.

A(n) ________ structure is designed to capitalize on both functional specialization and divisional autonomy.

The reinvention of HUI required that the new President/CEO create an alignment between its revamped strategy and key pieces that included all except which of the following?

The usefulness of a matrix structure increases when ________.

The three Cs of strategy communication are ________.

Competitive advantage is inextricably linked to a firm's human capital.

Culture can usually be adapted to fit the strategy relatively easily and quickly.

Functional organization helps managers of larger firms improve efficiency by fostering professionalism in the performance of specialized tasks.

A matrix structure also includes external linkages with suppliers and customers.

The ________ of an organization is the framework that management has devised to divide tasks, deploy resources, and coordinate departments.

The balanced scorecard approach is weakened when compensation is tied to financial and nonfinancial measures.

_____ are individuals within an organization who are successful at linking otherwise unconnected parts of the organization.

Briefly explain the multidivisional structure.

In today's business climate there are two types of companies, "the quick" and "the dead."

Because most of the capital costs are picked up by the franchisor, the franchise model enables a firm to grow rapidly.

Formulation is the process of aligning the five elements of the strategy diamond.

What are key differences between patching and the ambidextrous organizational structure?

"Lean" manufacturing process improvement is typically implemented by small scale manufacturers.

Introducing Strategic Management

Leading Strategically Through Effective Vision and Mission

Examining the Internal Environment: Resources

Exploring the External Environment: Macro Industry and Dynamics

Creating Business Strategies

Crafting Business Strategy of Dynamic Contexts

Developing Corporate Strategy

Looking at International Strategies

Understanding Alliances and Cooperative Strategies

Studying Merges and Acquisitions

Considering New Ventures and Corporate Renewal

Corporate Governance in the Twenty-First Century

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