Which of the following is an accurate statement about organisational structure and strategy?
A)Strategy should follow structure.
B)Strategy and structure are equal in temporal importance.
C)Strategy and structure are not linked.
D)Structure should follow strategy.
E)Mechanistic and organic organisations have distinct differences in the application of the relationship between strategy and structure.

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The correct answer is D because structure should follow strategy. It is important to develop a strategy before determining the appropriate structure, as the structure should be aligned with the strategy in order to effectively implement it. The other options are not accurate statements as strategy and structure are linked, and there is no evidence to support the idea that mechanistic and organic organizations have distinct differences in the application of the relationship between strategy and structure.

Which of the Following Is an Accurate Statement About Organisational