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Forms of Interdependence and Strategic Grouping Quiz

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What is the basic criteria for strategic grouping?

Size of the organization's headquarters

Number of employees in the organization

Activity (function), Product/technology, Market/customer (correct)

Geographical location of the organization

What are the advantages of functional grouping?

Alignment of systems suited to needs/strengths (correct)

Acquiring multiple businesses simultaneously

Complexity and confusion

Lack of cross-functional experience

What is the disadvantage of a matrix organization?

Expertise and specialization within function

Close relationship with customers

Silos creation within the organization

Integration across functions (correct)

What are the disadvantages of functional grouping?

Difficulty of integration across functions Signup and view all the answers

What are the hybrid forms of strategic forms?

Matrix, Business division Signup and view all the answers

What are the advantages of front/back organizations?

Integration of technology development and production Signup and view all the answers

What are the two sources of power in an organization?

Personal power and organizational power Signup and view all the answers

What does a good action step entail according to the text?

Realistic and aligned with one's role Signup and view all the answers

During Kristen Peters' internship, what event took place?

Susan Buckley departed from her position Signup and view all the answers

What problem can arise if people lack a good structure for their work?

Mis-direct or discourage effort Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes the 'old' power model according to the text?

Conflict resolution through hierarchy Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of analysis based on the text?

Identifying reasons behind sales fluctuations Signup and view all the answers