Db Forum 1
Module/Week 1 Discussion Board
Patricia A. Springer
Liberty University
Organizational Design and Structure
BUSI610
Dr. Johnny Maddox
August 19, 2013
Module/Week 1 Discussion Board
Q: Why is shared information so important in a learning organization in comparison to an efficient performance organization?
A: Whenever you share information it promotes collaboration and communication between specific groups. It helps identify problems and solve particular issues within an organization. Sharing information, keeps the lines of communication open and the natural flow of ideas enhances learning, and keeps people connected. Sharing information ensures that all employees are aware of issues and serves the goal of open communication, equality, change, personal development, awareness and continuous improvement that will benefit the organization. A learning organization follows a horizontal structure and puts emphasis “self -directed teams,” which may include members from several functional areas. Frederick Taylor pioneered an efficient performance organization during the industrial revolution by retooling workers to improve efficiency and labor productivity (Daft, 2013, p. 25). These insights helped establish the role of management for maintaining stability and efficiency. Taylor created new standards for production through correct movements, tools, and proper sequencing, each laborer was able to pull the efficient load for the amount of time he was allowed (Daft, 2013, p.26).
In contrast, a learning organization would be viewed from a symbolic frame of reference. In this style of organization, the manager emphasizes “symbols, vision, culture and inspiration” (Daft, 2013, p. 26). In a learning organization the product is a trained or educated student, not a physical, manufactured product. Within a learning organization, shared information is as important as iron ore to an efficient performance organization. In the steel industry, iron ore makes
Patricia A. Springer
Liberty University
Organizational Design and Structure
BUSI610
Dr. Johnny Maddox
August 19, 2013
Module/Week 1 Discussion Board
Q: Why is shared information so important in a learning organization in comparison to an efficient performance organization?
A: Whenever you share information it promotes collaboration and communication between specific groups. It helps identify problems and solve particular issues within an organization. Sharing information, keeps the lines of communication open and the natural flow of ideas enhances learning, and keeps people connected. Sharing information ensures that all employees are aware of issues and serves the goal of open communication, equality, change, personal development, awareness and continuous improvement that will benefit the organization. A learning organization follows a horizontal structure and puts emphasis “self -directed teams,” which may include members from several functional areas. Frederick Taylor pioneered an efficient performance organization during the industrial revolution by retooling workers to improve efficiency and labor productivity (Daft, 2013, p. 25). These insights helped establish the role of management for maintaining stability and efficiency. Taylor created new standards for production through correct movements, tools, and proper sequencing, each laborer was able to pull the efficient load for the amount of time he was allowed (Daft, 2013, p.26).
In contrast, a learning organization would be viewed from a symbolic frame of reference. In this style of organization, the manager emphasizes “symbols, vision, culture and inspiration” (Daft, 2013, p. 26). In a learning organization the product is a trained or educated student, not a physical, manufactured product. Within a learning organization, shared information is as important as iron ore to an efficient performance organization. In the steel industry, iron ore makes
References: Archie, C. B., & Shabana, K. M. (2009). The Business Case for Corporate Social Responsibility: A Review of Concepts, Research and Practice. International Journal of Management Reviews, 85. Retrieved from http://www.academia.edu/419290/The_Business_Case_for_Corporate_Social_Responsibility_A_Review_of_Concepts_Research_and_Practice Daft, R. L. (2013). Understanding the Theory & Design of Organizations (11th ed.). Canada: South-Western, Cengage Learning.