Assignment:
Read the "Perdue Farms Inc.: Responding to 21st century challenges" case provided in the link below.
Answer the following questions:
1. Describe the change in management style (Frank versus Jim) at Perdue Farms.
2. How would you classify Perdue Farms according to Mintzberg's five organization types? Explain
3. What challenges does Perdue Farms face in the 21st Century?
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