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Which of the following is NOT a new organizational form mentioned in the text that provides organizations with new ways of thinking about manufacturing goods and delivering services?
Which of the following is NOT a new organizational form mentioned in the text that provides organizations with new ways of thinking about manufacturing goods and delivering services?
- Strategic alliances
- Decentralized hierarchies (correct)
- Networks
- Virtual corporations
What year did the American Society for Training & Development set up an OD division?
What year did the American Society for Training & Development set up an OD division?
- 1968 (correct)
- 1975
- 1964
- 1970
Based on the information provided, what was the approximate number of members in the OD network in 2007?
Based on the information provided, what was the approximate number of members in the OD network in 2007?
- 200
- 4031
- 4000 (correct)
- The exact number is not provided
According to Lewin's Force Field Theory, what are the forces that facilitate change and push the system in the desired direction called?
According to Lewin's Force Field Theory, what are the forces that facilitate change and push the system in the desired direction called?
According to Lewin's Force Field Analysis model, what is the recommended approach to shift the balance in the direction of planned change?
According to Lewin's Force Field Analysis model, what is the recommended approach to shift the balance in the direction of planned change?
According to the passage, which of the following is NOT considered a major trend shaping change in organizations?
According to the passage, which of the following is NOT considered a major trend shaping change in organizations?
What is the primary focus of Organization Development according to the definitions provided?
What is the primary focus of Organization Development according to the definitions provided?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as an example of how information technology is redefining the traditional business model?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as an example of how information technology is redefining the traditional business model?
What is the relationship between electronic data interchange and downsizing/restructuring according to the passage?
What is the relationship between electronic data interchange and downsizing/restructuring according to the passage?
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Driving forces
Driving forces
Forces that push the system towards change, driving it in the desired direction.
Restraining forces
Restraining forces
Forces that resist change and try to maintain the current state of the system.
Lewin's Force Field Analysis
Lewin's Force Field Analysis
A model that analyzes the forces pushing for change and those resisting it, aiming to find the balance needed for successful change.
Shifting the balance towards change
Shifting the balance towards change
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Organization Development (OD)
Organization Development (OD)
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OD Network
OD Network
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Information Technology-driven Organization
Information Technology-driven Organization
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Electronic Data Interchange (EDI)
Electronic Data Interchange (EDI)
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Downsizing/Restructuring
Downsizing/Restructuring
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