Social Studies

Michaela Solomon

27 May, 21:39

John Meyer and Brian Rowan argue that in organizations officially governed by formal rules, much of the work is usually done with minimal regard for the rules. What, then is the role of the rules in organizations, according to Meyer and Rowan?

a. The rules describe the ultimate goals of the organization.

b. The rules serve to legitimize the work being done.

c. The rules provide the basis for rewards and reprimands.

d. The rules describe the ideal processes that workers should seek to follow.