Terminlogy 3 Flashcards
What does ‘Disband’ mean in a business context?
To break up or separate after completing a task or project.
What is a ‘Virtual Organization’?
A business where individuals or teams work remotely using digital communication technologies.
What is ‘Reverse Mentoring’?
When a younger employee mentors an older manager, for example, to inform them about new technology or social trends.
What is a ‘Talent Pool’?
A group of employees with high potential and key skills that organizations identify and develop.
Who are ‘Suits’ in a business context?
Corporate or managerial staff responsible for overseeing operations and making decisions.
What is the role of an ‘Implementer’ in a team?
Converts the team’s plan into practical, achievable actions.
What does a ‘Coordinator’ do in a team?
Sets objectives and defines team members’ roles.
What is the role of a ‘Resource Investigator’?
Communicates with the outside world and explores opportunities.
What are ‘Hard Skills’?
Specific, teachable abilities like coding or data analysis.
What are ‘Soft Skills’?
The abilities you need to work well with others and manage people in a tactful, non-authoritarian way.
What does the ISO 9000 series focus on?
Quality management.
What does the ISO 14000 series focus on?
Environmental management.
What is ‘Kaizen’?
Continual improvement; where 100% quality is never achieved and there’s always room for improvement.
What are ‘Generic Standards’?
A standard that can be applied to any industry, not specific to one field.
