Question 74

A product team structure is more decentralized than a functional structure. True False Question 75

By decreasing the number of suppliers, an organization can reduce the complexity of its environment. True False Question 76

In the case of a bureaucracy, if managers fail to control the development of the organizational hierarchy properly then the organization is most likely to become ________.

flexible

decentralized

unresponsive to the needs of customers

very flat

Question 77

Which of the following statements is true regarding a product team structure?

Use of product team structure increases the product development time.

In a product team structure divisions are organized according to the requirements of the different locations in which an organization operates.

A product team structure is more decentralized than a functional structure.

Typically, a product team structure is used by an organization that operates in a stable environment where the requirements of the customers do not change quickly. Question 78

Internal transaction costs are called ________ costs to distinguish them from the transaction costs of exchanges between organizations in the environment.

historic

sunk

opportunity

bureaucratic

Question 79

A(n) ________ is a classification of people in an organization according to authority and rank.

hierarchy

architecture

culture

orientation Question 80

A salesperson for a computer accessories manufacturer reports to the sales manager of the computer screen division. Identify the integrating technique used in this case.

hierarchy of authority

direct contact

integrating role

liaison role