CHAPTER 10: Fundamentals of Organizing Quiz
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What is the main difference between FBL TBL Specialization and Enlightened specialization?

  • Emphasis on centralization vs. specialization
  • Emphasis on dignification vs. specialization
  • Emphasis on sensitization vs. specialization (correct)
  • Emphasis on deference vs. specialization

    • What does SET Sensitization involve?

  • Standardizing tasks for efficiency
  • Improving practices through experiments (correct)
  • Treating everyone with dignity and respect
  • Ensuring orderly deference among members

    • What does FBL TBL Centralization refer to?

  • Ensuring orderly deference among members
  • Treating everyone with dignity and respect
  • Decision-making authority at the top of the hierarchy (correct)
  • Standardizing work tasks

    • How is Enlightened centralization different from FBL TBL Centralization?

    <p>Embraces dignification instead of deference</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key difference between FBL TBL Specialization and FBL TBL Centralization?

    <p>Emphasis on sensitization vs. centralization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does SET Dignification involve?

    <p>Treating everyone respectfully in the community</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of FBL standardization?

    <p>Developing uniform practices for organizational members to follow in doing their jobs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does SET Experimentation involve?

    <p>Members implementing new ways of performing tasks on a trial basis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Enlightened standardization differ from FBL standardization?

    <p>Embraces experimentation alongside uniform practices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between the three approaches to management mentioned?

    <p>The level of emphasis on standardization and experimentation in each approach</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary objective of ensuring tasks are assigned to members as mentioned in the text?

    <p>To guarantee that tasks necessary for achieving the organization's work are performed by specific members</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a hybrid structure designed to achieve?

    <p>Combine advantages of functional and divisional structures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the component of 'Ensure work activities are designed to be completed in the best way' involve?

    <p>Understanding the overall mission and strategy to design specific activities for overall work accomplishment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In matrix departmentalization, members are assigned to which types of departments simultaneously?

    <p>Divisional and functional departments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Entrepreneurial Fundamental #1, how do entrepreneurs usually guide members' decision-making?

    <p>Through general guidelines based on overarching goals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of workers do entrepreneurs value based on Fundamental #2?

    <p>Generalists with big picture understanding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Entrepreneurial Fundamental #3 advocate for in terms of decision-making?

    <p>Focusing efforts on crucial tasks and delegating less essential ones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which approach is suggested for start-up organizations according to Entrepreneurial Fundamental #4?

    <p>Engaging in ongoing learning with participation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should a manager consider in structuring the workplace?

    <p>Specialization and departmentalization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can a manager best manage the fundamental of standardization in an organization?

    <p>Encourage consistent processes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between centralization and dignification in organization management?

    <p>Dignification involves hierarchy positioning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In organizational management, what is the impact of departmentalization?

    <p>Enhanced efficiency within departments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    After 5 years of operation, what changes in managing the fundamentals of organizing might be expected in an organization?

    <p>Enhanced specialization and sensitization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of weekly staff meetings for entrepreneurs?

    <p>To manage the four fundamentals of organizing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In terms of organizing, what are the general differences between FBL, TBL, and SET management approaches?

    <p>The way the organizing function is carried out</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Will treating others with dignity increase or decrease the amount of power one has?

    <p>Increase power</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Do you agree with Ricardo Semler's view on the purpose of work?

    <p>Strongly Agree</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Should university students be trusted to assign their own grades according to the Semco case?

    <p>Yes, they should</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Ricardo Semler criticize as the detriment to the purpose of work?

    <p>Empty materialism and knee-jerk profiteering</p> Signup and view all the answers

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