Business Organisations Lecture 3: Mechanistic and Organic Structures
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What is the primary factor that determines the choice between a mechanistic and organic organisational structure?

  • The size and age of the organisation
  • The contingency factors that influence the organisation (correct)
  • The type of product or service being offered
  • The personal preference of the manager

    • What is the characteristic of a mechanistic organisational structure?

  • It has a network structure of contacts
  • It has a flat organisational hierarchy
  • It has a focus on innovation and flexibility
  • It has a hierarchical structure of control (correct)

    • What is the main difference between a unit and small batch production and a large batch and mass production?

  • The size of the organisation
  • The level of departmental interdependence
  • The type of product being produced
  • The level of technical complexity (correct)

    • What is the primary role of IT in organisations?

    <p>To rationalise processes and cut costs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a major advantage of having an appropriate organisational structure?

    <p>It encourages people to act in ways that support the strategy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key characteristic of a mechanistic structure?

    <p>Rigorous reporting requirements are in place</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of an organic organisational structure?

    <p>It has a network structure of contacts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of an organic structure?

    <p>Authority is based on expertise</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary contingency factor that influences the choice of organisational structure?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of contingencies in choosing an organisational structure?

    <p>They help in selecting the most appropriate form of structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary advantage of a mechanistic organisational structure?

    <p>It is more efficient and cost-effective</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of managers in the contingency approach?

    <p>To adapt to the contingency factors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key difference between mechanistic and organic structures?

    <p>Mechanistic structures have a vertical hierarchy, while organic structures are more horizontal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of understanding mechanistic and organic forms of organisational structure?

    <p>To compare and contrast mechanistic and organic forms of organisation structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary disadvantage of a mechanistic organisational structure?

    <p>It is too rigid and inflexible</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic of a successful organisation?

    <p>It has a good fit between contingency factors and structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

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