ACCA BT · Chapter 1 · Question 5 of 11
Mintzberg identified several building blocks of organisational structure. Which building block consists of the analysts, such as work-study engineers and planners, who design systems and standardise the work of others?
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Correct answer: D) The technostructure
Explanation
The technostructure contains analysts who standardise work processes, outputs and skills, for example planners, accountants designing budgets and work-study specialists. The strategic apex is senior management, the support staff provide indirect services such as catering or legal advice, and the operating core performs the basic work of producing products or services.
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