LO 2.4.1 Types of Organizational Structures
In a line organization, the top executive has direct control over all units
Line-and-Staff Organization
Figure 2-11 Line-and-Staff Organization In a line-and-staff organization, staff specialists are available to provide needed advice and assistance to line managers.
Matrix Organization
In the matrix organization, there is no permanent organizational
Team Organization
What are some advantages of team organization for employees and managers?
Sometimes teams are organized without a permanently designated
Effective work teams, whether self-directed or not, have been shown
NET KNOWLEDGE
Who is responsible for traditional management functions in a team organization?
LO 2.4.2 Improving Business Organization
Another major type of reorganization occurring in businesses today
How can business organization be made more effective?
If managers in large organizations have difficulty mastering the knowl- edge and skills they need in all of their areas of responsibility, which type of organizational structure would be mos
For work teams to be successful in an organization, team members must become competent in all of the following areas except
Why does the line organizational structure often create problems in sharing information and communicating among employees and man- agers from different departments of the organization?
Why are many larger companies organized in a way that has individuals reporting to managers based on departmental specialization? What are the advantages and disadvantages of having all indiv
