Organisational structures Flashcards
1
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what is an organisational structure
A
a simple way of showing how a business is organised
2
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an example of an organisational structure
A
managing director at the top. Then directors of different areas like marketing, finance and HRM. Then there are teams leaders and supervisors, then the production members and shop workers
3
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what is the span of control
A
the number of people for whom the manager is responsible
4
Q
what is the chain of command
A
the lines of authority in a business
5
Q
delayering
A
reducing the levels of hierarchy, lower costs
6
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delegation
A
assignment to others of authority for tasks.
reduces stress and workload for management.
isnt allowed to be done. increase stress on others
