18 Questions
What does environmental stability refer to in an organization's external environment?
Likelihood of little change among key stakeholders
Which term refers to the ability to create objective computational procedures for problem-solving?
Task analyzability
What is the main focus of designing an Entrepreneurial Start-Up Plan (ESUP)?
Fit with larger culture
Which factor is especially important for entrepreneurs when fitting their organizations with the existing culture?
Fit with larger culture
What is the definition of technology in the context of organizations?
Combination of equipment and skills used for production
In organization design analysis, what does task variety refer to?
Frequency of unexpected events during work
What type of environment will an organization face when designing an Entrepreneurial Start-Up Plan (ESUP)?
Dynamic and uncertain environment
Which generic organizational design would be best suited for an organization facing a dynamic and uncertain environment with the use of advanced technology?
Entrepreneurial design
What type of generic organization design would an organization that emphasizes efficiency, reliability, and low cost most likely adopt?
Functional design
In the context of organization design, what does a hierarchical and bureaucratic environment typically imply?
Centralized decision-making
Given a technology-driven organization striving for innovation and adaptability, which organization design type would be most appropriate?
Entrepreneurial design
If an organization's structure choices in an Entrepreneurial Start-Up Plan (ESUP) differ from the generic organizational design chosen for its environment and technology, what does this difference imply for planning?
Misalignment between strategy and structure
Which organization design type is most suitable for start-ups according to the text?
Prospector design
In stable environments, which organization design types are well-suited for large-scale incumbents?
Defender and analyzer designs
What are the characteristics of an analyzer organization design?
Combines elements of both prospector and defender designs
Which organization design type is focused on seeking stability while operating in changing environments?
Analyzer design
What kind of environment does a simple organization design suit best according to the text?
Changing environments
Which type of organization design is favored by start-ups due to their nature as change agents?
Prospector design
Test your knowledge on concepts like environmental stability, environmental munificence, organizational technology, and organization design in this quiz. Explore the relationship between external factors and an organization's ability to grow and adapt.
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