Org Smarts
Biz without Boarders
Layout Chronicles
Reception Perception
100

This is a a diagram that shows the structure of an organization, classification of work and jobs 

Organizational chart

100

This essential skill set supports both professional and personal growth in Canada’s diverse workplaces and helps individuals navigate international business and social settings

What is cultural competence

100

This is an office layout style with distinct rooms for each department and all employees have their own workspace location.

What is closed office layout?

100

This professional plays a vital role in creating a welcoming and organized environment often shaping both the first and lasting impression of an organization. 

Who is the front office administrator?

200

The basic element of an organization indicating who reports to whom

Chain of command

200

In some cultures, this day is considered a regular business day—unlike in North America, where offices are typically closed

What is Saturday or Sunday?

200

The layout involves employees whose work is related to be located in the same area

What is an open office layout?

200

Managing this trio—physical environment, personnel, and visitor experience—is key to creating a professional and welcoming front office.

What is impression management?

300

The decision making power is concentrated at the top-level of the organizational structure. In this structure e communication flows in a __________ approach

Centralized

300

This document outlines when, where, and how a traveller will go and the schedule of confirmed appointments.

What is an itinerary?

300

This condition impacting employees who perform repetitive tasks and is known by the short form RSI

What is repetitive strain injury?

300

To reflect an organization the front office design should prioritize comfort, a professional reception desk, and these unique visual identity elements.

What is brand or branding?

400

Organizational structure grouped by product, service or regional segments. We call this structure a __________ organization.

Divisional

400

Before accepting an international assignment, you’ll need this official document—along with a work visa and permission from the host country.

What is passport?

400

A type of repetitive strain injury know by the short form CTS

What is carpal tunnel syndrome?

400

________ customer are employees (stakeholders) who work within an organization and require assistance from another individual or department to get their job done

What is internal?

500

This type of organizational structure refers to top-down levels of management and reporting structure in a business from highest to lowest

Hierarchy

500

These are the three key phases of planning business travel starting with collecting details, followed by organizing logistics, and ending with final checks.

What is information gathering, laying the groundwork and confirming?

500

The science of adapting the workplace to suit the worker is called_______

What is ergonomics?

500

To succeed in a front office role, you’ll need these four core capabilities: professionalism, communication, organization, and this tech-related skill.

What is technology capabilities?