Organizational Structure and Product Teams

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What are the two most flexible kinds of organizational structures mentioned in the text?

Hierarchical structure and functional structure

Matrix structure and functional structure (correct)

Matrix structure and network structure

Product team structure and hierarchical structure

In a matrix structure, how are employees grouped?

By product only

By function only

By function and by product simultaneously (correct)

By location and by hierarchy

What is the result of grouping employees into product teams in a matrix structure?

Reduction in learning opportunities

Limited collaboration between functions

Complex network of reporting relationships (correct)

Decrease in productivity

What is the role of the functional boss in the product team?

Assigning individuals to the team and evaluating their performance from a functional perspective Signup and view all the answers

Why do manufacturing personnel join the product team?

To find the most efficient way to produce the product Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of the product team manager according to the text?

Acting as a facilitator and controlling financial resources Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of the manufacturing function at the functional level?

To keep costs under control and deliver products on time Signup and view all the answers

Why might manufacturing and product development managers be reluctant to cooperate?

They have different timeframes for decision-making Signup and view all the answers

In a company with a product structure, what may employees at the divisional level prioritize?

Making their division's products a success Signup and view all the answers

Why does the problem of linking and coordinating activities become more acute with an increase in functions and divisions?

Because each function develops different views on company goals Signup and view all the answers

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What are the two most flexible kinds of organizational structures mentioned in the text?

In a matrix structure, how are employees grouped?

What is the result of grouping employees into product teams in a matrix structure?

What is the role of the functional boss in the product team?

Why do manufacturing personnel join the product team?

What is the primary responsibility of the product team manager according to the text?

What is the primary goal of the manufacturing function at the functional level?

Why might manufacturing and product development managers be reluctant to cooperate?

In a company with a product structure, what may employees at the divisional level prioritize?

Why does the problem of linking and coordinating activities become more acute with an increase in functions and divisions?

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