Centralisation and Decentralisation (Edexcel A-Level Business): Quizzes
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What does complete centralisation mean in a business?
What does complete centralisation mean in a business?
All authority sits at the top
When authority is delegated, who usually retains responsibility for the outcome?
When authority is delegated, who usually retains responsibility for the outcome?
The manager
How does centralised purchasing create cost savings?
How does centralised purchasing create cost savings?
Through economies of scale from bulk-buying
Which motivation theory is linked to decentralisation's empowerment benefits?
Which motivation theory is linked to decentralisation's empowerment benefits?
McGregor's Theory Y
What type of span of control do tall structures have?
What type of span of control do tall structures have?
Narrow span of control
How many management levels typically exist in a flat structure?
How many management levels typically exist in a flat structure?
Three or fewer
What is a key feature of matrix structures?
What is a key feature of matrix structures?
Individuals report to multiple managers
Why does decentralisation improve responsiveness to market changes?
Why does decentralisation improve responsiveness to market changes?
Subordinates can decide without referring up
Why is centralisation beneficial during a crisis?
Why is centralisation beneficial during a crisis?
Clear direction from central leadership
Where do most businesses operate on the centralisation spectrum?
Where do most businesses operate on the centralisation spectrum?
Somewhere between the two extremes