A handful of companies on the Fortune 500 list are over 100 years old, which is rare. What organizational characteristics do you think might explain 100-year longevity? (2.5 points)
Chapter 2:
1. How might the top management of an organization use SWOT analysis or scenario planning to set goals and strategy? Explain and give examples from your experience.
Chapter 3:
1. Describe the virtual network structure. What are the advantages and disadvantages of using this structure compared to performing all activities in-house within an organization?
Chapter 4:
When would an organization consider using a matrix structure? How does the global matrix differ from the domestic matrix structure described in Chapter 3?