Question 1

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all.
-Custom home construction

Accepted Answer

Unit technology is the best choice for custom home construction as each home is unique and requires a customized approach to construction. Unit technology allows for flexibility and customization in the production process.

Answer: B and C 
 Large-batch technology and continuous-process technology are not suitable choices for custom home construction. Large-batch technology is designed for producing a large number of identical products, while continuous-process technology is designed for producing standardized products in large quantities. These technologies are not practical for custom home construction where each home is unique and requires a customized approach.

Question 2

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all.
-People doing the same or similar work are grouped together

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Functional structure groups employees based on the tasks they perform, with similar job roles and skills grouped together.

Answer: E 
 Matrix structure combines elements of both functional and divisional structures, with employees being part of both functional teams and project teams.

Question 3

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all.
-Vending machines made by Crane

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Vending machines made by Crane use large-batch technology, as they are produced in batches rather than continuously or as singular units.

Question 4

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all.
-Superimposing project/product structure over functional

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The matrix structure is the best choice for superimposing project/product structure over functional structure as it combines functional and project-based structures. It allows employees to work on projects while also reporting to a functional manager, resulting in better communication and more efficient workflow.

Question 5

Briefly describe the special design issues faced when a company "goes international."

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Question 6

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all.
-Organization composed of a set of unrelated businesses

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A conglomerate is an organization that is made up of multiple, unrelated businesses.

Answer: B 
 A divisional organization is structured around different product lines or divisions within the company.

Answer: C 
 A functional organization is structured around different functions or departments within the company, such as marketing or finance.

Answer: D 
 A hybrid organization combines elements of different organizational structures, such as divisional and functional.

Answer: E 
 A matrix organization is structured around both functional departments and project teams, with team members having both functional and project-specific roles.

Question 7

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all.
-A holding company

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A holding company is a type of conglomerate, which is a corporation made up of multiple unrelated businesses operating in different industries or sectors.

Question 8

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all.
-Organization composed of a set of related businesses

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Question 9

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all.
-A mixture or combination of two or more of the major designs

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A hybrid organizational design combines elements of two or more of the major designs.

Question 10

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all.
-An oil refinery

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Continuous-process technology is the most commonly used technology in oil refineries as it allows a constant flow of raw materials and products, making the refining process more efficient and cost-effective. Unit technology and large-batch technology are not as suitable for the complex and continuous process of refining oil.

Question 11

Compare and contrast the team,virtual,and learning organizations.

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Question 12

Briefly describe the matrix form of organization design.List its advantages and disadvantages.This structural form is most likely to be used under what conditions?

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Question 13

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all.
-Can share resources

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Question 14

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all.
-Smucker's jelly and preserves

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Smucker's jelly and preserves are made using large-batch technology, which involves making a large amount of product at one time in a single vessel. This is the most common method for making jellies and preserves as it allows for consistent quality and flavor. Unit technology is used for making products on a smaller scale, such as for home use or specialty shops, and continuous-process technology is used for products that require a constant flow, such as sauces or soups.

Question 15

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all.
-McNeil making Tylenol

Accepted Answer

McNeil making Tylenol involves large-batch technology, which is characterized by the production of goods in large batches using assembly lines or batch processing, suitable for the pharmaceutical manufacturing process like that of Tylenol.

Question 16

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all.
-Coordination is the CEO's responsibility

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Functional structure is the most common organizational structure. In this structure, employees are grouped together based on their function or specialty. For example, all marketing employees would be in the marketing department, all finance employees would be in the finance department, and so on. The CEO is responsible for coordinating the activities of all the different departments.

Question 17

Compare and contrast the functional,conglomerate,and divisional forms of organization design structure.What are the advantages and disadvantages of these forms of structure? Use diagrams if they will clarify your explanation.

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Question 18

Briefly describe the relationship between organizational strategy and organization design.Be sure to include the effects at each level of strategy.

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Question 19

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all.
-Charles Schwab investing

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Charles Schwab's investing would fall under continuous-process technology, which involves the production of large volumes of a standardized product.

Question 20

What are some differences in organizational design that you would expect between a community college and an ivy league university? It is helpful to first consider each school's strategy.

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Quiz 11: Managing Organization Design

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all. -Custom home construction

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all. -People doing the same or similar work are grouped together

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all. -Vending machines made by Crane

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all. -Superimposing project/product structure over functional

Briefly describe the special design issues faced when a company "goes international."

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all. -Organization composed of a set of unrelated businesses

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all. -A holding company

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all. -Organization composed of a set of related businesses

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all. -A mixture or combination of two or more of the major designs

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all. -An oil refinery

Compare and contrast the team,virtual,and learning organizations.

Briefly describe the matrix form of organization design.List its advantages and disadvantages.This structural form is most likely to be used under what conditions?

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all. -Can share resources

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all. -Smucker's jelly and preserves

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all. -McNeil making Tylenol

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all. -Coordination is the CEO's responsibility

Compare and contrast the functional,conglomerate,and divisional forms of organization design structure.What are the advantages and disadvantages of these forms of structure? Use diagrams if they will clarify your explanation.

Briefly describe the relationship between organizational strategy and organization design.Be sure to include the effects at each level of strategy.

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all. -Charles Schwab investing

What are some differences in organizational design that you would expect between a community college and an ivy league university? It is helpful to first consider each school's strategy.