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1. The advantages of the dedicated team approach over the matrix and functional

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Question

1. The advantages of the dedicated team approach over the matrix and functional approaches to managing projects include all of the following EXCEPT:

- flexible utilization of resources across projects and between functional areas.

- encourages cohesive teams with shared project goals.

- concentrated project focus with a dedicated, full-time project manager.

- projects tend to get done quickly.

- does not disrupt the basic structure of the parent organization

2. Under what conditions would it be advisable to use a strong matrix instead of a dedicated project team, or vice versa? (Choose all that apply)

- a strong matrix is recommended when organizations have employees who are critical on more than one project or duty

- a strong matrix is recommended when over 75% of an organization's work involves projects

- a dedicated team member is recommended when organizations have employees are critical on more than one project

- a dedicated team is recommended when over 75% of the organization's work involves projects

Explanation / Answer

Answer- 1- (B) Concentrated projects focus with a dedicated, full time project manager.

Functional matrix approach is similar to dedicated team approach except that the project manager coordinates the project activities. In the functional approach, the managers look after their own portion of work.

Answer-2- (A) A strong matrix is recommended when organizations have employees who are critical on more than one project or duty.