A comparison of decentralized and centralized infrastructure
Not what you're looking for?
Compare and contrast decentralized infrastructure and centralized infrastructure. When is each most appropriate?
Purchase this Solution
Solution Summary
Included is a description of decentralized and centralized structures, along with a compare/contrast between the two. There is also a description of which structure proves to be more efficient depending on the situation.
Solution Preview
A decentralized infrastructure is one in which decision making authority is spread throughout the organization as opposed to being concentrated in top-level management positions.
There are benefits and drawbacks to both decentralized and centralized infrastructures. Typically a benefit for one will be a drawback for the other, and vice versa.
Decentralized infrastructures can be used when quick decision making is important because those closest and most familiar to the problem have ...
Purchase this Solution
Free BrainMass Quizzes
Social Media: Pinterest
This quiz introduces basic concepts of Pinterest social media
Learning Lean
This quiz will help you understand the basic concepts of Lean.
Managing the Older Worker
This quiz will let you know some of the basics of dealing with older workers. This is increasingly important for managers and human resource workers as many countries are facing an increase in older people in the workforce
Accounting: Statement of Cash flows
This quiz tests your knowledge of the components of the statements of cash flows and the methods used to determine cash flows.
Situational Leadership
This quiz will help you better understand Situational Leadership and its theories.