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What is the first step an organization should take according to the BCg model?
What is the first step an organization should take according to the BCg model?
How many dimensions of culture does the Boston Consulting Group identify?
How many dimensions of culture does the Boston Consulting Group identify?
Which dimension is concerned with the degree of risk-taking supported by the organization?
Which dimension is concerned with the degree of risk-taking supported by the organization?
According to BCg, what should an organization do to align its culture with its strategy?
According to BCg, what should an organization do to align its culture with its strategy?
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What is one of the recommended methods to establish targets for the cultural dimensions?
What is one of the recommended methods to establish targets for the cultural dimensions?
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Why might an organization have multiple sub-cultures?
Why might an organization have multiple sub-cultures?
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What is one of the critical levers suggested by BCg that influences employee behavior?
What is one of the critical levers suggested by BCg that influences employee behavior?
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Which dimension reflects how interactions are communicated within the organization?
Which dimension reflects how interactions are communicated within the organization?
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What is the primary consideration for an organization when deciding which tasks to assign to its employees?
What is the primary consideration for an organization when deciding which tasks to assign to its employees?
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What process is referred to when tasks are performed by people outside the organization?
What process is referred to when tasks are performed by people outside the organization?
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How are common tasks typically organized within an organization?
How are common tasks typically organized within an organization?
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What is one method organizations use to ensure employees develop the necessary skills for their tasks?
What is one method organizations use to ensure employees develop the necessary skills for their tasks?
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What is a potential challenge organizations face as jobs become more specialized?
What is a potential challenge organizations face as jobs become more specialized?
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What might necessitate an employee to self-develop a new skill set?
What might necessitate an employee to self-develop a new skill set?
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Why do organizations benefit from having specialized jobs, such as an 'accounting associate' or 'state tax specialist'?
Why do organizations benefit from having specialized jobs, such as an 'accounting associate' or 'state tax specialist'?
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What is a common outcome when tasks require a highly specialized skill set within an organization?
What is a common outcome when tasks require a highly specialized skill set within an organization?
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What are assumptions in an organization primarily responsible for?
What are assumptions in an organization primarily responsible for?
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What characterizes a weak organizational culture?
What characterizes a weak organizational culture?
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What is a common approach successful organizations take regarding cultural differences?
What is a common approach successful organizations take regarding cultural differences?
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What is one benefit of appropriate delegation of authority in an organization?
What is one benefit of appropriate delegation of authority in an organization?
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How does a strong organizational culture affect employee alignment?
How does a strong organizational culture affect employee alignment?
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Why is changing an organization's culture considered challenging?
Why is changing an organization's culture considered challenging?
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How does organizational structure contribute to effective workflow integration?
How does organizational structure contribute to effective workflow integration?
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Which of the following is NOT an aspect of strong organizational culture?
Which of the following is NOT an aspect of strong organizational culture?
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What role do liaisons play in an organization?
What role do liaisons play in an organization?
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What is one key element of organization design besides organizational structure?
What is one key element of organization design besides organizational structure?
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What can be a consequence of a weak organizational culture?
What can be a consequence of a weak organizational culture?
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What can be an underlying factor affecting cultural schisms within an organization?
What can be an underlying factor affecting cultural schisms within an organization?
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Which approach helps organizations with the integration and coordination of workflows?
Which approach helps organizations with the integration and coordination of workflows?
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What is a potential drawback of a decreased number of hierarchical levels in an organization?
What is a potential drawback of a decreased number of hierarchical levels in an organization?
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What is a characteristic of task forces in organizational workflows?
What is a characteristic of task forces in organizational workflows?
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Why is it essential for employees working in the same sub-group to coordinate their efforts?
Why is it essential for employees working in the same sub-group to coordinate their efforts?
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What will likely happen if an employee lacks the necessary knowledge and skill for a job?
What will likely happen if an employee lacks the necessary knowledge and skill for a job?
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What is essential for achieving ideal Work Outcomes according to the content provided?
What is essential for achieving ideal Work Outcomes according to the content provided?
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What is the primary goal of Job Design?
What is the primary goal of Job Design?
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Why is clustering jobs into work groups important?
Why is clustering jobs into work groups important?
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What does Organizational Structure primarily describe?
What does Organizational Structure primarily describe?
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What is a Functional Structure in an organization?
What is a Functional Structure in an organization?
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Which of the following is NOT a benefit of job clustering into work groups?
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of job clustering into work groups?
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What is a challenge managers face in job design?
What is a challenge managers face in job design?
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What is a key characteristic of an Agile Organization's structure?
What is a key characteristic of an Agile Organization's structure?
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What is the role of managers in an Agile Organization?
What is the role of managers in an Agile Organization?
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Which of the following is NOT one of the Five Trademarks of successful Agile Organizations?
Which of the following is NOT one of the Five Trademarks of successful Agile Organizations?
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How do Agile Organizations approach decision-making?
How do Agile Organizations approach decision-making?
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What kind of technology is essential for an Agile Organization?
What kind of technology is essential for an Agile Organization?
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What motivates employees in an Agile Organization?
What motivates employees in an Agile Organization?
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What aspect do Agile Organizations prioritize in team evaluations?
What aspect do Agile Organizations prioritize in team evaluations?
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What is a 'North Star' in the context of Agile Organizations?
What is a 'North Star' in the context of Agile Organizations?
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Study Notes
Organization Needs for "Right Work"
- Organizations need to identify all tasks required for completing "Right Work".
- Some tasks may be outsourced, while others need internal employees.
- Tasks are assigned based on required skills and experience.
- Common tasks have established skill requirements.
- Skills are acquired through training programs, trade schools, apprenticeships, or self-development.
- Jobs are typically designed around tasks needing common skills (e.g., accounting associate).
- Specialized roles emerge with increased complexity (e.g., state tax specialist).
- Job design needs to balance efficiency with employee motivation.
Effective Job Design
- A job should be reasonably achievable by an individual.
- Historically, job simplification was prioritized for maximum efficiency.
- The Job Characteristics Model considers several factors for better job design.
- Skill variety: Using a range of skills.
- Task identity: Completing a whole task.
- Task significance: Impacting others.
- Autonomy: Freedom in scheduling and task performance.
- Feedback: Receiving clear performance information.
- Contingency factors (pre-conditions) are essential. An employee's knowledge, skill, and motivation are crucial for a successful job.
Organizational Structure and Workflow
- Organizational structure groups jobs into work groups for better collaboration and accountability.
- Functional Structure groups jobs sharing similar skills.
- Divisional Structure groups jobs focused on products, customer groups, or geographic areas.
- Matrix Structure groups jobs by function and division jointly.
- Span of control: Number of direct reports to a manager.
- Hierarchy Levels: Number of management levels.
- Coordination & Integration of workflows: Crucial for organizations to function efficiently.
Methods for Integrating and Coordinating.
- Liaisons: Individuals coordinating activities between different groups.
- Task Forces: Temporary teams to address specific projects.
- Cross-functional Teams: Ongoing teams for key activities.
- Integrating Roles: Individuals coordinating activities with multiple groups.
Organization Culture
- Organization culture: Norms, beliefs, values and attitudes shared by employees.
- Dimensions and levels of organization culture (content, consensus, feelings intensity, level of observability)
- Culture must align with organization goals and strategy.
- Strong cultures: Shared norms, values, beliefs, and attitudes by employees.
- Weak cultures lack uniformity.
Changing an Organization Culture
- Identifying the "Target Organization Culture".
- Boston Consulting Group (BCG) dimensions of culture (e.g., structured, flexible, controlling, etc.) guide aligning with strategy.
- Seven critical levers to influence employee behavior for developing target culture: Leadership, People & Development, Performance Management, Informal Interactions, Organization Design, Resources & Tools, Values.
- Agile Organizations adapt quickly to change - a model of team-based, flexible structures, rapid decision, and empowerment. Features of this model: "North Star", Empowered Teams, Rapid Decision & Learning, Dynamic People, Next-Generation Tech,
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This quiz explores the essential tasks and skill requirements for effective job design within organizations. It delves into the factors influencing job efficiency and employee motivation, including the Job Characteristics Model. Understand how task delegation and job complexity shape the workforce.