This structure is created around cross-functional core processes, with self-managed work teams, providing teams with the ability to think outside the box, and people being empowered with the necessary skills, tools and authority to make vital decisions a.Matrix structure b.Divisional structure c.Horizontal structure d.Functional structure

This structure is created around cross-functional core processes, with self-managed work teams, providing teams with the ability to think outside the box, and people being empowered with the necessary skills, tools and authority to make vital decisions a.Matrix structure b.Divisional structure c.Horizontal structure d.Functional structure

Principles of Management

OER 2019th Edition

ISBN:9780998625768

Author:OpenStax

Publisher:OpenStax

Chapter4: External And Internal Organizational Environments And Corporate Culture

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 10CRQ: How is a product structure one type of a divisional structure? Explain.

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