Organizational Theory, Design, and Change, 7th Edition provides readers with the most up-to-date and contemporary treatment of the way managers attempt to increase organizational effectiveness. By making organizational change the centrepiece in a discussion of organizational theory and design, this text stands apart from other books in the market. \nThis book is important for students of management and practicing managers to make the connection between the concepts and real-world implications of organizational design and change. \nNew coverage on strategy-structure relationship, online software development and crafts work technology \nA major focus is placed on the recent ongoing changes in mobile computing, smartphone, software applications and how to manage technology to create successful virtual organizational structures \nIncreased coverage of ethical issues involved in organizations such as: \n“Green” environmental coverage \nCoverage on disasters such as the BP oil spill \nEthics in healthcare \nFraud in disguising the quality and price of goods and services \nDiscussions on most recent developments in organizational structure, such as the product team structure, outsourcing, and network organizations because of technological advancements.