This chapter suggested that structure should be designed to fit the strategy.  Some theorists argue that strategy should be designed to fit the organization's structure.  Which stance do you agree with and why?

The most important contingencies in organisational design have changed over time. Previously, themost important contingencies were size, strategy, and environment. With the arrival of moreadvanced information and communication technologies, some say that technology is now the mostimportant contingency. What do you think is the most important contingency in organisationaldesign and why?

What areas of an organization (e.g., what functions) do you think are the best to decentralize?

Select one of the approaches of the organizing structure: Functional Approach, Geographic Approach, Production/Service Line Approach, and Customer/Patient/Stakeholder Approach. Provide a short essay that is 2-3 paragraphs long on the selected approach that discusses the benefits (pros) and challenges (cons) of the structure.

From your reading in Winston, "The Big Pivot," what are the basic principles of the "big pivot?" How does the "big pivot" differ from traditional and green organizational strategies? And, what are the major barriers to the implementation of "the big pivot?"

Compare and contrast the three traditional organizational designs. Have you observed any of these in action? Describe. Simple structure, Functional structure, and Divisional structure

1.List and describe two key organizing considerations that help determine the best organizational structure for a business.2.Describe the three key steps in the control process.Noted psychologist Abraham Maslow theorized that _______ motivated people.money, more money, and even more moneytime pressuresunmet needsgreedQuestion2 of 15Blaine manages the tellers at a branch of Commerce Bank. He is working on the schedule for cashier coverage on payday this Friday. Blaine is involved in _____ planning.strategictacticaloperationalcontingencyQuestion3 of 15_____ is the management function that monitors the performance of the firm and makes improvements when necessary.PlanningLeadingOrganizingControllingQuestion4 of 15The business division academic dean at Bell Valley College has two faculty positions to fill. She will ask other faculty members to serve on a hiring committee. This committee will be responsible for interviewing candidates and making hiring recommendations to the dean. The dean…

Design an organizational structure that allows you to enact value adding strategies.