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Communication Networks and Information Technology (Scenario)
Michelle has been hired as information systems manager at Prestige Furniture, a fast-growing producer of fine home furnishing products. To date, the company has successfully integrated modern production technology into its manufacturing facilities. Now, Michelle's task is to find ways to apply technologies that will improve communication and the flow of information throughout the organization.
-Michelle observed that the current office facilities were quite old and workers had their own private offices which required substantial renovations. She decided to suggest that the renovations focus on _______________ in order to help employees be visible to one another and thus improve communications.
A) Implementing all modern communication technologies
B) Installing glass walls in all offices
C) Designing a layout that would accommodate the wheel network
D) Providing open workplace with few physical barriers
E) Allowing everyone to select their own work space

Question

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Providing an open workplace with few physical barriers would help employees be visible to one another and thus improve communications. This would also promote collaboration and teamwork among employees, unlike private offices that isolate individuals from one another.

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