Organising for Innovation

Centralization is the degree to which decision-making authority is kept at _______ levels of the firm

______ is the degree to which activities in a firm are performed in a uniform manner

The firm utilizes rules, procedures, and written documentation to structure the behavior of individuals or groups within the organization

• Formalization

• Standardization

The combination of formalization and standardization results in what is often termed a _______ structure.

What is the difference between mechanistic structure and organic structure?

Answer explanation

Mechanistic structures are charaterized by ahigh degree of formalization and standardization, while organic structure characterized by a low degree of formalization and standardization.

In the ______ structure, employees are given far more latitude in their job responsibilities and operating procedures.

An ambidextrous organization is a firm with a complex organizational form that is composed of multiple internally inconsistent architectures that can collectively achieve both ______ efficiency and ______ innovation.

• short term, long term

• long term, short term

"Many of IKEA's shelving systems are designed so that users can mix and match a number of components to meet their needs." What kind of product its referring to?

• Adjustable shelving system
• Fixed shelving system
• Modular shelving system
• Foldable shelving system

What is meant by loosely couple organisation structure?

Answer explanation

It's where the development and production activities are not tightly integrated but rather achieve coordination through their adherence to shared objectives and common standards.

The _______ strategy entails conducting all innovation activities at a centralized hub.