Question 1. If my matrix organization isn't working; decisions are taking too long, and it seems to me that instead of best solutions, I'm getting compromises. What can I, the CEO, do?
Question 2. I am the CEO of Mancon Incorporated, and I have just acquired Pozoli, the Italian small-appliance maker (electric shavers, small household and personal care appliances). It has been in business 30 years and has manufacturing plants in Italy, Mexico, Ireland, and Spain. Its output is sold in more than 100 markets worldwide, including the United States. My company is now organized into two product groups?shaving, personal care, and an international division at the top level. How am I going to include Pozoli in my organization?
Question 3. It is obvious that in formulating new strategies, management may uncover a need to change its organization. Can you describe some situations where the reverse may be true?
Question 4. What measures can be utilized to control subsidiaries that are less than 100 percent owned by the firm or joint venture partners in which the firm has no ownership?