Carrie is an organizational buyer of a supplier that provides nursery products to Dulko,a large retail store.In a management meeting,she proposes that the company replace their three current suppliers of plastic containers and trays,who have been selling to the company for the past 20 years,with a single supplier who guarantees on-time delivery.Attendees at the meeting are unenthusiastic about Carrie's proposal as they like the traditional suppliers and are unwilling to switch.Carrie,in order to maintain acceptance and keep conflict to a minimum,suggests that they try the plan for three months and revert to the original supplier if it fails to work.What kind of an organizational climate is described in this example?

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The example describes a resistant and conservative organizational climate, where change is not easily accepted and there is a preference for the status quo. Carrie's proposal is met with reluctance and hesitation, and she needs to navigate a delicate balance between advocating for change and not disrupting the existing relationships with suppliers. The suggestion to revert to the original supplier if the plan fails reflects a risk-averse mindset and a lack of willingness to experiment or take chances.

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