Chain of Command / Span of Control

Question 1

What is a Chain of Command?

Answer 1

A chain of command is the route through which authority is passed down an organization from the Chief Executive and the Board of Directors

Question 2

What is the Span of Control?

Answer 2

Span of Control is the number of subordinates reporting directly to a manager.

Question 3

What are some factors that determine the span of control?

Answer 3

1. The difficulty of the work
2. The training and motivation of the workforce
3. Leadership style of the manager