4.2.4. Span of Control

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is the span of control?

   Hint

   Consider the number of direct reports.

2. 2.

   Differentiate between wide and narrow spans of control.

   Hint

   Think about autonomy versus control.

3. 3.

   What does span of control refer to?

   • The number of meetings a manager conducts
   • The number of employees supervised
   • The salaries of the employees

   Hint

   It's related to direct report relationships.

4. 4.

   True or False: A narrow span of control allows employees more autonomy.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider the level of oversight.

5. 5.

   You are tasked with restructuring a department from a narrow span of control to a wide span. Discuss the considerations you must take into account and the potential impact on employee morale.

   Hint

   Think about the balance of empowerment and oversight.

6. 6.

   Evaluate the effectiveness of a company with a very narrow span of control in a dynamic industry like technology. What adjustments might be necessary?

   Hint

   Assess adjustments to improve agility.