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Subsystems' objectives should always conflict with the overall organizational goals.
Subsystems' objectives should always conflict with the overall organizational goals.
False (B)
When subsystems maximize their individual objectives, it can sometimes hinder the overall system's primary goal.
When subsystems maximize their individual objectives, it can sometimes hinder the overall system's primary goal.
True (A)
Achieving harmonious objectives is usually easier in systems with low complexity.
Achieving harmonious objectives is usually easier in systems with low complexity.
True (A)
Sacrificing individual subsystem objectives is not necessary to meet organizational commitments.
Sacrificing individual subsystem objectives is not necessary to meet organizational commitments.
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Feedback signals do not play a role in the interaction of subsystems within an organization.
Feedback signals do not play a role in the interaction of subsystems within an organization.
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Flashcards
Subsystems' objectives vs. organizational goals
Subsystems' objectives vs. organizational goals
Subsystems' objectives sometimes conflict with the overall organizational goals.
Subsystem optimization and system goals
Subsystem optimization and system goals
Maximizing individual subsystem objectives can sometimes hinder the overall system's primary goal.
Harmonious objectives and system complexity
Harmonious objectives and system complexity
Achieving harmonious objectives is usually easier in systems with low complexity.
Sacrificing subsystem objectives
Sacrificing subsystem objectives
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Feedback signals in subsystem interaction
Feedback signals in subsystem interaction
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Study Notes
Subsystems and Organizational Goals
- Subsystems within an organization should aim to achieve the overall goals of the organization.
- When a subsystem's activities don't work well with other subsystems or the organization as a whole, conflicts can arise.
- Subsystems often try to maximize their own goals, which can negatively impact the overall organization's goals.
- The complexity of a system can make coordinating objectives difficult.
- When designing subsystems, prioritize maximizing organizational goals, even if it means sacrificing some individual subsystem goals.
- For example, in production management, prioritizing timely delivery of goods might require exceeding budgetary limitations or working overtime, to meet the organization's primary goals.
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Description
This quiz explores the relationship between subsystems within an organization and their impact on overall goals. It highlights the conflicts that can arise when subsystems prioritize their own objectives over the organization's aims. Understanding how to design and manage these subsystems is crucial for achieving cohesive organizational success.
