The primary disadvantage of geographic departmentalization is _____.
A)the absence of crossdepartmental coordination
B)broken chains of command
C)spans of control that are too wide
D)the lack of empowerment
E)duplication of resources

Question

The primary disadvantage of geographic departmentalization is _____.
A)the absence of cross­departmental coordination
B)broken chains of command
C)spans of control that are too wide
D)the lack of empowerment
E)duplication of resources

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Geographic departmentalization can lead to duplication of resources because each geographical area may have its own personnel, equipment, and facilities, which can be costly for an organization.

The Primary Disadvantage of Geographic Departmentalization Is _____