Many organizations are moving away from ______ because too much of it can lead to bored employees with narrow skill sets.

A) departmentalization
B) span of control
C) chain of command
D) specialization

Specialization refers to the practice of having employees focus on a narrow area of expertise. While it can increase efficiency, over-specialization can lead to boredom and limit employees' skill sets, prompting organizations to seek a more balanced approach.