External Constraints Of Decision Making In An Organization

There are many constraints that organizations face on a daily basis. For example, profit maximization is the cause of many constraints that organizations face. These constraints can be related to things such as scarce resources, technology, obligations with contacts and regulations from state and local laws. When organizations try to increase its profits, it is important that business managers take into account any possible outside constraints that could possibly have a negative effect on the organization’s ability to reach its goals. Many organizations only take into account its internal constraints such as the long and short term significance of decision making. There are several factors that could affect an organization’s decision making, such as tastes and trends, budget and economy, competitors and state and federal laws. According to …show more content…
Many times laws can change that can restrict certain activities when it comes to marketing. The most notable law that has restricted the way many organizations advertise is the tobacco industry. In 1965, federal authorized that tobacco manufacturers include warning labels on all tobacco products because of the growing health concerns related to tobacco use. In 2009, a law was enacted that gave the government the right to control how the tobacco industry markets and labels their products. Making decisions for the average person can be very difficult, but Christians have the edge in decision making because God tells us how and when to make decisions. If we as Christians adhere to the word of God we cannot go wrong. As stated in the Holy Bible, Proverbs 16:9, “the heart of man plans his way, but the Lord establishes his steps.” We must let God guide us throughout our lives and he will never lead us wrong. It is important for us, as Christians, to always follow the good will of God and never question