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MNP2601 Assessment 2/Semester 2 2024
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- University Of South Africa (Unisa)
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MNP2601Assessment 02
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Question 1
Focus on local units and underemphasis on strategic issues is the advantage of the decentralised
structure.
True
False
False.
The statement is actually a disadvantage of a decentralized structure. A decentralized structure
can lead to:
- Focus on local units and underemphasis on strategic issues, causing a lack of alignment with
overall organizational goals.
- Duplication of efforts and resources.
- Inconsistent decision-making.
- Difficulty in achieving economies of scale.
Advantages of a decentralized structure include:
,- Increased autonomy and decision-making at local levels.
- Faster response to local market conditions.
- Improved innovation and experimentation.
- Development of local leadership and talent.
In a decentralized structure, decision-making authority is distributed among various units or
departments, which can lead to a focus on local priorities rather than strategic issues.
Question 02
Janet owns an organisation producing different types of canned sardines in Mombasa on the
Kenyan coast. She sells her products directly throughout Kenya and to larger exporters. Janet
relies on consistent orders from three organisations for about 80% of her product. These
organisations order regularly and have connections to the export market. What is the biggest
challenge of Covid-19 for Janet’s organisation?
Increased water pollution negatively affecting sardine fishing
Obtaining canning technology from similar producers abroad
Non-delivery of canned sardines to Janet’s customers
Slower than usual backing up of sales data in case Janet has to self-isolate and work from home
, The correct answer is: Non-delivery of canned sardines to Janet's customers.
Janet's organization relies heavily on consistent orders from three organizations, which account
for 80% of her products. COVID-19 has disrupted global supply chains, leading to:
- Lockdowns and restrictions on movement
- Border closures and trade disruptions
- Reduced demand in export markets
These factors increase the risk of non-delivery or delayed delivery of Janet's canned sardines to
her customers, which would significantly impact her business.
The other options are not directly related to the biggest challenge Janet's organization would face
due to COVID-19:
- Increased water pollution is an environmental concern, but not directly related to COVID-19.
- Obtaining canning technology is not a challenge posed by COVID-19.
- Slower data backup is a minor issue compared to the disruption of Janet's supply chain and
customer deliveries.
Question 3
In the electric vehicle (EV) supply chain, which stage plays a crucial role in both the forward and
reverse battery flows, ensuring sustainable resource utilisation?
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