Question

Hierarchical models have many advantages to organizations, but there are also a number of disadvantages. Which of the following is one of the disadvantages?
1. Accountability can be a problem because when many component teams are involved, it can be difficult to determine whose fault it is if something doesn’t work.
2. Communication lines are not clearly defined, so it is difficult to find the group that specializes in the area that can help solve it.
3. Unlike in flat organizations, hierarchical organizations do not have teams dedicated to identifying the next big threat.
4. There is often a decentralized authority, which can quickly become a negative when the span of control becomes too wide.

Answer 1

Answer: Option 1

Explanation:

In hierarchical models the line of authority flows from top to bottom. The command is centralized . All the teams when they work together it is difficult to determine the fault on a single team. The accountability for the mistake is difficult to find.

The decision making process in this model will slow down when there is no accountability. It also becomes difficult to bring coordination among the team members in this model. Departments will have their own goals to be achieved than combined goals.