In most high-tech industries, the best way to respond quickly to rapid technological changes is to keep most authority and responsibility in the hands of a few key managers who provide precise, detailed directions to the workers.

False

Explanation:

Most high tech industries operate as decentralized organizations where most decisions are made by mid level and low level managers. This is done so that they can respond faster to any technological or industry change that may affect them.

This type of organizations are opposite to centralized organizations where most decisions are taken by a few top level managers.