Avoiding new information being spread at the 'water cooler' and instead holding a town$-$hall meeting where everyone can hear the new information from the source and ask questions is a good way for a company to connect with employees while avoiding unnecessary worry. This organizational strategy is $\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_.$

Question $1$ options:

$1)$

creating$/$maintaining a culture of openness

$2)$

ensuring alignment of organizational systems

$3)$

offering team training and team building

$4)$

providing diversity training