Practice Based On Structure (12.2.1) - Decision-Making in Organizations

Practice: Based on Structure

Lesson 12.2.1Decision-Making in Organizations

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Question 1.
What are programmed decisions? Provide an example.
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Think about decisions that happen frequently.
Question 2.
Explain the difference between programmed and non-programmed decisions.
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Consider how each type of decision might be approached.
3Question 3.
Which of the following is an example of a programmed decision?
- Launching a new advertising campaign
- Reordering supplies when they hit a threshold
- Deciding on a new office location
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Think about decisions that rely on simple rules.
4Question 4.
True or False: Non-programmed decisions are always straightforward and easy to make.
- True
- False
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Consider the nature of unique decisions.
Question 5.
A company has always followed a procedure for employee recruitment based on strict guidelines. Due to a sudden market shift, they must hire quickly. How does this shift from a programmed to a non-programmed decision affect their approach?
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Consider how urgency changes typical procedures.
Question 6.
Evaluate a situation where a historically programmed decision has led to issues. How could it be transformed into a non-programmed decision?
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Reflect on any industry changes you know about.

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