Goals, control & coordination
What do people in organizations aim to achieve together?
Goals
What is vertical specialization?
A hierarchy that divides work and authority by rank.
What is a key feature that distinguishes SMO from more traditional hierarchical organisations?
systematic decentralisation of authority throughout the organisation
What are the six fundamental problems of organizing?
Task division, Task allocation, Rewarding desired behaviour, Eliminating freeriding, Providing direction, Ensuring coordination
What are the two types of organizational goals?
Output goals and systems goals
What is unity of command?
Each employee reports to only one supervisor.
How is task allocation typically addressed?
interaction between employees
How many inhabitants does Maastricht have?
120k
What is the purpose of output controls?
To compare results with targets and take corrective action
How do organic organizations differ from mechanistic ones?
flatter, more flexible, and decentralized
What crucial requirement regarding information for SMOs
Transparency of all key information + active distribution
How many words does the first article have
a)8k b)15k c)12k
12k
What is formalization in an organization?
Writing down rules, policies, and procedures to guide behavior
What is a drawback of functional departmentalization?
It can create silos and hinder collaboration.
For what are peer-based mechanisms used?
for performance system for bonuses and raises
What is an example of Intensive Technology?
Hospital emergency room team, research development laboratory
Why do organizations use personal methods of coordination?
To promote dialogue, creativity, and cross-unit cooperation.
What is a matrix structure?
A structure where employees report to two managers
When are SMOs more likely to succeed, in terms of how different parts of the organisation interact?
low interdependence between different teams or units
What are the inner core workforce do in a core ring organization?
high value-adding members of the organisation