The machine metaphor is defined as an organization that operates in a
mechanistic-like manner (Morgan 12). These organizations are very
centralized and structured. The tasks performed are very monotonous and
predictable, and workers become very separated from their work, similar to
how a robot would operate. The employees are viewed by the organization as
inanimate and replaceable. In a machine, each unit is independent and
necessary to create a smooth operation of the whole machine. Community
Clinic has only a few similar mechanistic functions within their
organization. The South County Clinic employees (and all other clinics)
follow a set "chain of commands" within the hierarchy. There are very
strict rules pertaining to one's job that may not be broken, similar to how
one would program a machine. For example, an employee is expected to do
many tasks at once, such as answering the phone, filling out paperwork and
assisting incoming clients. If......

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Title: Metaphors Of Organisation
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