A disadvantage of the centralized organization is that it: lengthens response times by those closest to the market conditions because they must seek approval for their actions. does not encourage responsibility among lower-level managers and rank-and-file employees. discourages lower-level managers and rank-and-file employees from exercising any initiative. diverts authority away from those closest to, and most knowledgeable about, the situation for actions. results in higher-level managers being unaware of actions taken by empowered personnel under their supervision.