Discuss the below:
Chapter: FUNDAMENTALS OF ORGANIZATION STRUCTURE
Q1. What is the definition of organization structure? Does organization structure appear on the organization chart? Explain.
Q2. When is a functional structure preferable to a divisional structure?
Q3. Large corporations tend to use hybrid structures. Why?
Q4. What are the primary differences between a traditional, mechanistic organization designed for efficiency and a more contemporary, organic organization designed for learning?
Q5. What is the difference between a task force and a team? Between a liaison role and integrating role? Which of these provides the greatest amount of horizontal coordination?
Q6. As a manager, how would you create an organization with a high degree of relational coordination?
Q7. What conditions usually have to be present before an organization should adopt a matrix structure?
Q8. The manager of a consumer products firm said, "We use the brand manager position to train future executives." Do you think the brand manager position is a good training ground? Discuss.
Q9. Why do companies using a horizontal structure have cultures that emphasize openness, employee empowerment, and responsibility? What do you think a manager's job would be like in a horizontally organized company?
Q10. Describe the virtual network structure. What are the advantages and disadvantages of using this structure compared to performing all activities in-house within an organization?