Management is turning to a strategy of offering more lateral transfers due to the fact that many companies are operating under a flatter organization structure.

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A flatter structure (as mentioned in Chapter 8) means that there are fewer managers, who usually have a wider span of control. This fact reduces the opportunity of internal promotions. Managers motivate employees to stay with the company by providing lateral transfer opportunities where employees can learn new skills.

Management Is Turning to a Strategy of Offering More Lateral