Purpose of organisational structure is to help to manage three activities.

• True

• False

Which of the following is NOT an objective of structure within an organisation/business?

• Facilitating communication

• Enhancing efficiency

• Increasing employee turnover

• Defining roles and responsibilities

What is an advantage of a tall organizational structure?

• Faster decision-making process

• Clear chain of command

• Greater employee autonomy

• Reduced management costs

What are the consequences of badly designed structure?

• Increased efficiency and safety

• Structural failure and safety hazards

• Improved aesthetics and functionality

• Reduced construction costs

What is a disadvantage of a flat organizational structure?

• Increased bureaucracy

• Limited career progression

• Clear chain of command

• Higher management costs

Which of the following is a key component of organizational structure?

• Market share

• Hierarchy

• Product quality

• Customer satisfaction

How does a matrix organizational structure benefit a company?

• Reduces employee workload

• Enhances flexibility and collaboration

• Decreases communication channels

• Increases hierarchical levels

What is a potential risk of a decentralized organizational structure?

• Improved decision-making speed

• Inconsistent decision-making

• Enhanced employee motivation

• Clearer communication channels

Which of the following is a benefit of a functional organizational structure?

• Increased specialization and expertise

• Greater flexibility in roles

• Faster response to market changes

• Reduced departmental silos

What is a common challenge faced by companies with a divisional structure?

• Difficulty in resource allocation

• Enhanced cross-department collaboration

• Streamlined decision-making process

• Increased focus on core competencies