Exam 12: Implementing Strategy

___ begins when leaders recognize and publicly admit that the current situation is not producing acceptable or adequate results.

Which of the following should ideally take place in the changing phase of organizational change?

Which of the following statements is true of the refreezing phase of organizational change?

Fortunize Inc., an advertising company, operates in an office space with a more informal setting that is conducive to creative thinking. The employees at Fortunize call each other by their first name or use nicknames. In the context of the 7 S model of organizational alignment, which of the following is exemplified in this case?

In the context of the 7 S model of organizational alignment, the ___ category describes key processes that span a firm's organizational structure.

Walter Gary Corp., a multinational consumer electronics firm, set up several branches around the globe to cater to the needs of its global customers and expand its reach. As part of this initiative, it appointed vice presidents of marketing and vice presidents of finance and accounting for every geographical region. In the context of the 7 S model of organizational alignment, this is an example of _________.

Write a note on the principle of line of sight.

What are the eight steps to successful change?

Gonkie Inc., strives to create shared values by focusing on respect for the individual and extraordinary customer service. It works to create these shared values by sharing stories with its associates and managers that provide examples of the behavior they want to encourage. Which of the following is exemplified in this case?

In the context of the 7 S model of organizational alignment, ___ refers to the plan, process, and related activities that create and sustain a competitive advantage for a firm in its target markets.

Write a note on the structure of the 7 S model of organizational alignment.

Which of the following statements is true of shared values?

Porben Inc., a specialist educational firm, targets public universities, job fairs, and job portals during its recruitment process. It provides on-the-job training to the new employees of the company. In the context of the 7 S model of organizational alignment, which of the following is exemplified in this case?

A well-established pharmaceutical company has built a number of mechanisms to promote innovation. As part of this initiative, it provided an opportunity to its employees to work on projects that interest them. It also arranged for a weekly brainstorming session to gather and consolidate innovative ideas and approaches. This is an example of _________.

MorrisWhitaker Inc., a metallurgical firm, wants to create a new production plan. This step involves formalizing and institutionalizing new behaviors, methods, processes, or routines. This is an example of the ________ phase of organizational change.

When an organizational element or practice is made so essential that its value is taken for granted, it is referred to as _________.

RandallCollins Inc., a wholesale fuel distributor, develops a new strategy that creates and sustains a competitive advantage in its target markets. However, it aims at making this alteration a part of its operations. Which of the following phases of organizational change is exemplified in this case?

Identify an accurate statement about the principle of line of sight.

Which of the following is a part of the soft square of the 7 S model of organizational alignment?

Which of the following statements is true of skills?