Chapter 3 - PM Flashcards
One benefit of centrally organized structures is:
proj teams are based on est. rltshps and roles
T or F: within functionally organized structures, separate units, teams, divisions or dept each have their own specialty services
True
The chance for overlap and duplication of effort is more likely within a
functionally organized organization
PM in a functionally organized company may face what challenge
funding major equipment or facilities purchases
T or F: Clear authority makes it easy to monitor and control worker’s performances in a matrix org
False
A challenge in a matrix org for a PM is:
getting team members with multiple projects to pay attention to his/her project
T or F: Mixed organizational structures are rare in today’s market-driven workplace
False
Risks that hybridization of organizational structures carry:
- Overlapping authority
- Duplication of effort
- Confusion regarding priorities
Indvi. units est. to handle all work in particular specialty areas. Also known as pure project organization
Centrally Organized Structure
Separate units addressing the same specialty are est. in the organization’s different functional groups
Functionally organized structure
Enable a quick and efficient response to projects thaht must be performed under today’s dynamic business conditions
Matrix organization
Ability of companies to organize projects to fit their needs
Mixed organization
