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What is the essence of organizational structure?

• The scheme of relationships and relative ranks of an organization's parts and positions/jobs

• The planning and control systems

• The power relationships, dependences, and hierarchies (authority system)

• The liaison devices

What is the purpose of organizational design?

• To standardize the performance of each unit or position

• To encourage mutual adjustment across units and departments

• To establish power relationships and hierarchies

• To create an efficient organization that effectively accomplishes its activities towards the achievement of the established aims

What is the main coordination mechanism in a Simple Structure?

• Direct supervision

• Mutual adjustment

• Standardization of processes

• Standardization of skills

Which type of organizational structure is suited for companies producing a limited range of goods or services in great numbers and at a low cost?

• Divisional Structures

• Functional Structures

• Matrix Structure

• Network Structures

What is the main advantage of a Divisional Structure?

• Adaptability to specific, diversified markets

• High level of productivity and efficiency

• Ability to expand and contract when needed

• Encourages people's initiatives

What is the focus of a Network Structure in an organization?

• Empowering formal and informal communication (network relations)

• Standardization of outputs

• Standardization of skills

• Standardization of processes

What is the Shamrock Organization's core staff composed of?

• Buyers and suppliers

• Outsourced workforce or contractors

• Highly qualified professionals, technicians, and managers

• Part-time, temporary, and portfolio workers

What is the main advantage for HR managers in using Temporary Work Agencies?

• Temporary production backup

• Help underqualified people to receive training

• Easy selection tool

• Immediate hire

What is the main disadvantage for workers in using Temporary Work Agencies?

• Generally associated with job insecurity and exploitation

• They help underqualified people to receive training

• Temporary job may be the start of a permanent job

• Temporary hiring of complete teams

What is the main advantage of outsourcing a business service to third parties?

• Cuts down costs

• Useful in times of change and for non-strategic activities

• Managers can focus on the business's core activities

• More flexibility and adaptability when facing environmental changes