Question

1 pts DI Question 48 One of the supplementary readings by Ackoff that you had to read this semester argued that the reason many organizations don't change as they should is because of errors of commission and errors of omission. It suggests that while the former is what will get managers noticed (i.e. accounting systems identify the cost of doing something wrong). the latter better explains inaction. Which of the following statements explains why It is rational for the manager to nothing (or as little as one an get away with), i.e. not change Each level of management thinks it needs 'approval' from the one(s) above it. O It is easier to defends actions taken than those not taken when things go wrong. O Because academia has developed a vocabulary that equips students with the ability to speak with authority about subjects they do not understand.

Answer 1

48) It is rationale for the manager to nothing i.e. not change

People are resistant to changes and try to avoid any such situation

49) The threat of substitutes is high

As it is inexpensive for buyer to switch to other business products and services, the threat is high for substitute products