Question

Scenario C: Panhandle Prime Energy Partners is an organization that has undergone a dramatic transformation over the last few years. Earlier, employees were managed using a wide array of rules, regulations, and procedures. Offending employees were punished for their violations. Today, employees are encouraged to make decisions and come up with innovative solutions to problems they encounter. Most employees are much more satisfied under the new arrangement. The group is much more cohesive and is committed not only to the overall success of the organization but also to its standards and reputation. Which of the following types of control systems do the middle level managers want to focus;
(a) Cocurrent
(b) Bureaucratic
(c) Clan
(d) Market
(e) Feedforward

Answer 1

Answer:

The answer is: C) Clan

Explanation:

Clan control systems allow organizations to operate as a family, basing its organizational culture on values and beliefs. Management behave more like mentors than traditional bosses. Trust is very important in the organization and few rules and policies exist.