Understanding Edgar Schien's Organizational Culture Model
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According to Edgar Schien's Organizational Culture Model, what are artifacts?

Artifacts refer to the visible environment of a firm, including its architecture, technology, office layout, and more.

What are underlying assumptions in an organization?

Underlying assumptions are unconscious beliefs that determine how group members perceive, think, and feel. They are often taken for granted but are the ultimate source of values and actions within an organization.

How can we change behaviors in an organization?

To change behaviors in an organization, one can articulate desired behaviors in simple, inspirational terms, ensure leadership commitment, align social architecture, and set clear measures to track progress.

Why might employees engage in activities to trick the system?

<p>To increase expenses</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one potential consequence of the policy change mentioned in the text?

<p>Increased number of unnecessary steps</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the step by step approach in achieving Congruence?

<p>To identify gaps and take action</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one potential need for people mentioned in the text as a result of the policy change?

<p>To acquire more skills</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the overall impact of the policy change mentioned?

<p>Creates more issues than it solves</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a potential consequence of employees trying to trick the system?

<p>Increased expenses</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the step by step approach in achieving Congruence?

<p>To identify gaps in the system</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why might the policy change result in the need for people to acquire more skills?

<p>To process their expenses</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one potential issue that the policy change can unleash?

<p>More issues than it solves</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of the policy change?

<p>Negative impact</p> Signup and view all the answers

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