The Basic Building Blocks of Organizational Structure
This text explains the formation of organizational structures. It includes a case study as an example of one company's path to designing the organizational structure after several acquisitions. It also provides an overview of the linkages between leadership and departments.
The Basic Building Blocks of Organizational Structure
Key Takeaways
- The concept of division of labor (dividing organizational activities
into smaller tasks) lies at the heart of
the study of organizational structure. Understanding vertical,
horizontal, and informal linkages helps managers to organize better the
different individuals and job functions within a firm.