module 6 Flashcards
function
have similar skills or use same kind of knowledge
division
collection of functions and share responsibility for a product or service
product division structure
a structure in which a centralized set of support functions service the needs of a number of different product lines
multidivisional structure
support function are placed in self contained divisions with its own set of support functions
product team structure
specialists from the support functions are created that specialize in the needs of particular type of product
geographic divisional structure
divisions are organized according to the requirements of the different locations in which the org operates
market divisional structure
a market structure aligns functional skills and competences with the product needs of different customer groups
basic organizational structures
product, multidivisional, geographic, market
horizontal structure/ flat structures
based on processes - useful for multiple projects
people manage themselves
self directed teams
matrix structure
multi -focused need both technical expertise and product innovation
combo of a functional and product structures
functional matrix and product matrix
virtual networks and outsourcicng
subcontracts functions to separate companies and coordinates their activities
services may be outsourced to partners
hub/HQ controls the process
hybrid structure
combo of various structures (div/functional/horizontal)
used for very large orgs with many products or services
self directed teams
given access to resources
range of employee skills - eliminates barriers b/w depts
empowered with decision making authority
advantage of horizontal
speed and efficiency
nonexistent barriers
better morale
admin OH is reduced
disadvantages of horizontal
lengthy and difficult process
managers need to be trained
dynamic network
incorporates a free market style to replace traditional vertical hierarchy
adv and disadv to dynamic network
lean with no administrative overhead
flexible, rapid response
little hands on control
weakened employee loyalty
globalization sttrategy
product design and advertising strategy are standardized throughout the world
multidomestic strategy
competition in each country is handled independently of competition in other countries
international division
status equal to the other major depts or divisions within the company
global product structure
each product division can organize for international operations as it sees fit
global geographic structure
each region has full control of functional activities in its geographical area
transnational model
multinational firms that try to exploit both global and local advantages
