In this module, we learned about the elements of a businesss environment and its design. The purpose of this discussion is to define the elements of a businesss environment, explore the options available for structural design, and identify emerging types of organizational design. As a manager, you are part of the organizational design and have influence in how the work gets done.

To complete this discussion, pick one of these companies: Citigroup, Intel, or McKesson, and explore their website to answer each of the below questions. Many times, the following website sections will contain the type of information required: about us, corporate governance/leadership, investor relations, sustainability/social responsibility, and media relations. If any of the pages or sections are not made apparent, you could also search for information using the company's search box which will sometimes provide a link to a page several layers into their website.

Once you have completed these steps, enter the discussion and post your thread which should contain a separate, numbered response to correspond to each of the following items:

1. Based on organizational structure, describe what you believe are some of the elements of the companys organizational environment. Elements may include job specialization, departmentalization, reporting relationships, etc. Which of these are used most effectively? Support your response.
2. What are the advantages and disadvantages of the companys organizational structure? Considering the basic elements of organizing a business, describe two or more alternative ways the company might structure their business which you feel may improve the business and explain why.
3. In this module, you read about three emerging forms of business including the virtual, team, and learning business. Which emerging form of business design is used at or could be used at this company? Support your response.