structures + production Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
advantages and disadvantages of tall structures
A
adv:
promotions
more support from manager
disadv:
long chain of command
expensive
2
Q
advantages and disadvantages of flat structures
A
adv:
communication simple
independent workers
disadv:
wide span of control
less promotion
3
Q
advantages and disadvantages of job production
A
adv:
high quality
customisability
disadv:
expensive
takes a long time to
4
Q
advantages and disadvantages of batch production
A
adv:
flexible production
disadv:
making small batches can be expensive
5
Q
advantages and disadvantages of flow production
A
adv:
automation
quality check systems can be built in
disadv:
high set up cost
work is repetitive
