Question

The teams working at Dixon Corp. are allowed to give their suggestions to the top management regarding the workflow and new product designs. The teams are, however, not authorized to make any management decisions and also do not have a say in the kind of projects the company accepts. These teams are an example of a(n) _____.
A) self-designing team
B) self-managing team
C) traditional work team
D) employee involvement team

Answer 1

Answer:

D. Employee involvement team

Explanation:

Employee involvement is an organization structure and work process that allows for employees to give their inputs and make suggestions regarding work flow and new design and in general decisions that affects their own work. This aids in improving quality and increasing productivity as it increases the employees morale and sense of belonging. They are also able to accept changes easily because their opinions were shared.

Answer 2

Answer:

D) employee involvement team

Explanation:

An employee involvement team is a type of team whereby employees are given the opportunity to make inputs in the company's decision making process with the sole aim of improving the company's processes as well as improving areas that affects their performance on the job. Although employees do not have a final say, their inputs are considered when management decisions are taken.

The teams described in the question above are an example of an employee involvement team. Employees inputs and suggestions are considered by the top management in the company's processes and decision making.