Which of the following is a primary disadvantage of decentralized organizational structures?
A. Generally generates less profits when compared to centralized organizational structures.
B. Does not encourage responsibility among lower-level managers and rank-and-file employees.
C. Discourages lower level-managers and rank-and-file employees from exercising any initiative.
D. Lengthens response times by those closest to the market conditions because they must seek approval for their actions.
E. Can impair cross-unit collaboration.