Problem linked to business growth

What is a common communication problem faced by a growing business?

• Better decision-making

• Messages being misunderstood

• Increased motivation

• Reduced workload

Which of the following is a result of poor coordination in a growing business?

• Lower sales

• Reduced efficiency

• Increased employee satisfaction

• Better control

A business finds it difficult to monitor all departments after expansion. This is a problem with:

• Internal communication

• Control

• Location

• Labour laws

If a business grows too quickly and cannot find enough skilled workers, this will affect:

• Market share

• Product quality

• Sales revenue

• Interest rates

Which is NOT a likely problem caused by fast business growth?

• Lower employee motivation

• High control and efficiency

• Communication breakdown

• Difficulties finding finance

A company merged with a new firm but now faces culture clashes. This is likely due to:

• Internal growth
  

• Effective training

• Poor integration

• Increased profits

Which of these would most likely increase if staff feel disconnected in a larger company?

• Labour turnover

• Customer satisfaction

• Productivity

• Market share

One financial problem of rapid growth is:

• Falling prices

• Increased costs of raw materials

• Inability to raise enough finance

• Increase in staff loyalty

Why can growth lead to higher average costs?

• The business becomes more productive

• There are more customers

• Resources become harder to manage

• Prices are reduced

Which of the following is a resource problem during growth?

• Not enough legal support

• Too many suppliers

• Not enough machines or equipment

• Too much advertising