Introduction This response considers James’ research paper on foundations of organization structure (chapter 16). James’ research paper addressed the two core concepts of authority and chain of command.
Strengths James described how organizations that emphasize use of the chain of command and authority, such as the military, use rigid procedures and controls to focus workers (Fischer, n.d., s. 3). Authority is an inherited ability to give orders with an expectation of compliance or obeisance (Robbins & Judge, 2009, p. 522). In this regard, James provided examples of how a leader used his inherited authority to convey expectations and compliance. With a distinct line of authority from the lowest level to highest level employee, a chain
Strengths James described how organizations that emphasize use of the chain of command and authority, such as the military, use rigid procedures and controls to focus workers (Fischer, n.d., s. 3). Authority is an inherited ability to give orders with an expectation of compliance or obeisance (Robbins & Judge, 2009, p. 522). In this regard, James provided examples of how a leader used his inherited authority to convey expectations and compliance. With a distinct line of authority from the lowest level to highest level employee, a chain