Question 1

A global matrix structure provides a way to achieve only horizontal coordination along two dimensions.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Which of the following is a difference between functional managers and country managers?

Accepted Answer

A) Functional managers provide integrated solutions for a large retail customer, while country managers provide integrated solutions for a small retail customer. 
B) Functional managers enable an organization to achieve multinational flexibility and rapid response, while country managers identify and link an organization's expertise and resources worldwide. 
C) Functional managers coordinate information and activities related to key customer accounts, while country managers provide coordination on a regional basis that might include several countries. 
D) Functional managers coordinate across countries, while country managers coordinate across functions. 
A) Functional managers provide integrated solutions for a large retail customer, while country managers provide integrated solutions for a small retail customer. 
B) Functional managers enable an organization to achieve multinational flexibility and rapid response, while country managers identify and link an organization's expertise and resources worldwide. 
C) Functional managers coordinate information and activities related to key customer accounts, while country managers provide coordination on a regional basis that might include several countries. 
D) Functional managers coordinate across countries, while country managers coordinate across functions.

Question 3

In a global product structure,the product divisions take responsibility for global operations in their specific product area.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

In general,services are less suitable for globalization because different customs and habits often require a different approach to providing service.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Why are functional structures used less frequently worldwide?

Accepted Answer

Although functional structures are often

A global matrix structure provides a way to achieve only horizontal coordination along two dimensions.

Which of the following is a difference between functional managers and country managers?

In a global product structure,the product divisions take responsibility for global operations in their specific product area.

In general,services are less suitable for globalization because different customs and habits often require a different approach to providing service.

Why are functional structures used less frequently worldwide?

Organizations and Organization Theory

Strategy,Organization Design,and Effectiveness

Fundamentals of Organization Structure

the External Environment

Interorganizational Relationships

Manufacturing and Service Technologies

Using Information Technology for Control and Coordination

Organization Size,Life Cycle,and Decline

Organizational Culture and Ethical Values

Innovation and Change

Decision-making Processes

Conflict,Power,and Politics

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Exam 6: Designing Organizations for the International Environment

A global matrix structure provides a way to achieve only horizontal coordination along two dimensions.

Which of the following is a difference between functional managers and country managers?

In a global product structure,the product divisions take responsibility for global operations in their specific product area.

In general,services are less suitable for globalization because different customs and habits often require a different approach to providing service.

Why are functional structures used less frequently worldwide?

Organizations and Organization Theory

Strategy,Organization Design,and Effectiveness

Fundamentals of Organization Structure

the External Environment

Interorganizational Relationships

Manufacturing and Service Technologies

Using Information Technology for Control and Coordination

Organization Size,Life Cycle,and Decline

Organizational Culture and Ethical Values

Innovation and Change

Decision-making Processes

Conflict,Power,and Politics

Filters