Chapter 31 Flashcards
What are 3 types of relationships in organization design
- Direct single (between a manager and each subordinate individually)
- Direct group (between a manager and each possible permutation of subordinate)
- Cross (between subordinates and other subordinates )
What are 3 types of authority
- Line authority
- Staff authority
- Functional authority
What is line authority
Defines the relationship between superior and subordinate
What is staff authority
The authority is to serve in an advisory capacity
What is functional authority
Permits staff managers to make decisions about specific activities performed by employees within other departments.
What is simple structure
- Few departments
- Wide span of control
- Little formalization
- Centralized authority
what is bureaucracy
- Highly formalized
- Centralized authority
- Narrow span of control
What is matrix structure
A structure that creates dual lines of authority and combines functional and product depratmentalization.
What is functional structure
A organization structure that groups together people who hold similar positions or same kind of skills.
Does matrix organizational design uses multiple authority structure
Yes
What structure is adopted by dot-com companies
organic flexible structure
What is virtual office
A mobile platform
What is techno stress
The stress cause by new and advancing technologies in the workplace.
