CONGRUENCE Model
Organizational Design
MYSTERY!!!
Final JEOPARDY
100
Name two of the three types of interdependencies or work flows that, according to the congruence model, require different formal organizations, cultures, and human resource capabilities.
What are... (pick two): Pooled (Type of interdependence that exists when component tasks have no linkage with one another (the larger system's performance is the sum of each subunit's output) Sequential (Type of interdependence that exists when component tasks are linked in a linear sequence.) Reciprocal (Type of interdependence that exists when component tasks are inherently linked to other tasks (the completion of one component task is dependent not only on the preceding task but also those that follow))
100
This central feature of modern organizations is created by the fact that no one has complete autonomy, and most employees are linked to others by technology, work or management systems.
What is... Interdependance.
100
The concept that if there is a three-way alignment between an individual's psychological make-up, the nature of the task s/he is performing, and the organizational design, the individual will be motivated to perform the task effectively.
What is Fit.
200
This is the first step required when using the congruence model, and involves clarifying what is and is not controllable based on different managers' positions in the organization.
What is... clarifying who the manager is and identify performance/opportunity gaps from that perspective.
200
Statement of the environment(s) or business(es) relevant to the organization, the purpose of the organization within that context, and the distinctive means by which these goals will be achieved.
What is a Strategy.
200
The differences among the several units of the organization in organizational design and members' behavior, arising because of the variety of tasks the units must perform to cope with the firm's total environment.
What is Differentiation.
300
These are the five stages of the congruence model's problem-solving method?
What are... (1) Identify opportunities (2) State critical tasks (3) Test congruence with formal organization, people, and culture (4) Implement solution (5) Iterate
300
These can be labeled Matrix, Grid, and Multidimensional.
What are... Simultaneous Structures. ("Multi-business organizations that can share functional resources"... ex. General Foods Corporation using multiple grocery divisions focusing on different products, but ALL share sales, manufacturing, and technical research resources)
300
The state of collaboration among organizational units.
What is Integration.
500
After hearing Henry Clerval's comment, "No one has confidence in Marketing People. Plant managers don't believe them now since they have been wrong so many times," the marketing department decided to take action. Their goal was to break his jaw so it would have to be wired shut preventing him from saying such hurtful things. As a result, the marketing department hired Chuck Norris to ensure they have the right skill set and are committed to accomplishing this critical task. This is an example of what element within the Congruence Model?
What is Aligning Human Resources.
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