Which of the flowing is does NOT describe a well written policy?
Complete
Objective
Subjective
Coherent
All of the following are advantages of a Matrix structure EXCEPT
High-quality technical problem solving
Members bring different areas of expertise
The creation of synergy among members
Both B and C
The _____ is the reason that an organization exists.
Strategic vision
Vision statement
Mission statements
Corporate charter
Which of the following is true of Scenario planning?
Managers develop alternative goals and actions
Implementation determines the practical direction, objectives, goals, and plans of the organization
It is particularly useful for an organization attempting to mitigate risks in certain ventures
Both A and B
Traditional organizational structures include
Matrix, functional, team
Network, team, divisional
Divisional, boundaryless, network
Matrix, divisional, functional
Which of the following is involved in inventory management?
Forecasting and replenishment activities
Transformation of a company’s inputs into outputs
Planning and guiding a project from beginning to end
Ensure the ordering of the correct amount and kind of materials
Which of the following is the major disadvantage of a Functional structure?
The wiliness to entrust one’s fate to teammates
The complications of many contracts and relationships
Having two different bosses providing contradictory information
None of the above
The process by which an organization compares its performance against not only its competitors but also other high performing organizations is referred to as
Vertical integration
Benchmarking
Operational planning
Contingency planning
Concerning effective planning, it can be said that failing to organize is planning to fail.
True
False
Which type of leadership style results in subordinates exhibiting negative attitudes and lower performance because the leader has dissociated themselves from the subordinates?
Democratic
Charismatic
Laissez-faire
Autocratic
