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What factors determine the appropriate authority and control structure in

- a research and development laboratory,
- a large department store, and
- a small manufacturing company?

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In 161 words with one reference, this solution discusses the factors determining the appropriate authority and control structures for different sized companies and laboratories.

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What factors determine the appropriate authority and control structure in a research and development laboratory, a large department store, and a small manufacturing company?

Factors that determine the appropriate authority and control structure always stem from how much authority is needed ...

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