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Publication Date: 1980-Sep
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A Computer Simulation Test of the M-Form Hypothesis.
Burton, Richard M.; Obel, Borge
Administrative Science Quarterly, v25 n3 p457-66 Sep 1980
The results substantiate Williamson's hypothesis that the M-form of organization is superior to the U-form of organization. For each of the two levels of decomposability of technology, the M-form yields higher profit solutions than the U-form. (Author/IRT)
Descriptors: Computers, Information Needs, Mathematical Models, Organization, Organizations (Groups), Simulation, Technology
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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