Hierarchical models have many advantages to organizations, but there are also a number of disadvantages. Which of the following is one of the disadvantages?
1. Accountability can be a problem because when many component teams are involved, it can be difficult to determine whose fault it is if something doesn’t work.
2. Communication lines are not clearly defined, so it is difficult to find the group that specializes in the area that can help solve it.
3. Unlike in flat organizations, hierarchical organizations do not have teams dedicated to identifying the next big threat.
4. There is often a decentralized authority, which can quickly become a negative when the span of control becomes too wide.