Organisational structure Flashcards
1
Q
Why have a structure
A
Clear structure makes business operate easier
Easier communication
Easier for employees
2
Q
Chain of command
A
different levels of command within business
3
Q
Span of control
A
The more employees assigned to a manager, the wider their span of control
4
Q
Delegation
A
Transfer of responsibility of task to another employee
5
Q
Delayering
A
removing layers of management to make the organisation function better as it saves money
6
Q
Centralisation
A
Head office
Main point of contrast
7
Q
Decentralisation
A
Divisions operate without head office
8
Q
Flat structure
A
Short chain of command
Wide span of control
9
Q
Hierarchal structure
A
Layers of authority:
Opportunities for promotion and pay rise
10
Q
what is an organisational structure
A
the way a business arranges itself to carry out its activities
