Organizations as Processes: Understanding an Organization as a Set of Processes

The video explores understanding organizations as sets of processes, detailing the components of processes: inputs, controls, mechanisms, and outputs. It discusses two perspectives: organizing and value chain, comparing organizations to organisms. The video outlines typical processes in a value chain, including customer needs, R&D, sourcing, and marketing. It concludes with the importance of process mapping and optimization, referencing Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.

What are the four components of a process that need to be understood?

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Explain the relationship between inputs and outputs in a process.

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How can we view an organization from the organizing perspective?

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What are some typical processes expected in most organizations?

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What is the significance of the value chain in an organization?

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Describe the processes involved in understanding customer needs.

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What role do Lean and Six Sigma play in organizational processes?

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