16. Fombrun, C. J., & Wally, S. (1989, 19893). Structuring small firms for rapid growth

Question 1

What are situational influences on large organizations?

Answer 1

(1) Firms engaged in manufacturing are less likely to either decentralize or seek employee participation in decision making

(2) Size tends to decrease employee autonomy and participation, but creates opportunity for mobility both internally and externally

(3) Product diversity increases external hiring at the expense of internal promotion as firms acquire a broader portfolio of skills

(4) Strategy significantly influences the kinds of cultures that evolve growth firms