Assignment:
Describe the role of technology, tradition, environment, and culture in organizations. What are some of the effects (outcomes) of each? Exercises
Imagine that you have been asked to work in an unfamiliar industry or field, in an unfamiliar organization, one that you would not normally seek to be a part of. For example, if you would not seek work in an emergency room at the local hospital or in a meat production factory, pick such a field and describe its organization, your coworkers, and the work environment. Answer the following questions:
- What type of organization is it?
- What type of organizational structure does the organization have?
- What role does technology play in the organization?
Remember, this is your opportunity to be creative. Be imaginative. Explore the possibilities. The objective is to exercise your creative thinking muscles while exploring the application of what you have learned in this module.
Professional Development:
In your own words, define what is meant by organizational structure.
Describe the structure of your organization or some other organization with which you are familiar.
Issues to Consider:
What would happen in your organization if the structure were changed for some reason? Would the employees be able to adapt to the changes easily? What about the management?
Discussion:
There are a number of ways organizations can affect society and ways society affects organizations. What are some of these ways? Which, in your view, has the greater impact; society or organizations? Defend your answer.