Why is the organizational environment important to organizational structure?

  • A. The quicker the environment changes, the more problems face managers. In addition, structure must be more flexible (i.e., decentralized authority) when environmental change is rapid
  • B. Organizations utilizing complex technology require a flexible structure to be managed efficiently
  • C. The combination of skills, knowledge, tools, equipment, computers and machines used in the organization.
  • D. Highly skilled workers whose jobs require working in teams usually need a more flexible structure

Answer: Option A