Organizational Design Flashcards
What is a tall structure
When there is a large amount of hierarchy’s
What is a flat structure
When there is less people in the hierarchy
What is a matrix structure
Individuals work across teams
Benefits of tall
More motivated staff
Narrow span of control
Managers can closely monitor staff
Each layer is clear
Drawbacks of tall
Long chain of command
Longer decision making
More management costs
Benefits of flat
Short chain of command Longer decision
Quicker desision making
Lower management costs
Drawbacks of flat
Wide span if control
Loss motivated staff
Not closely monitored staff
Benefits of matrix
Better communication
Everyone uses there skulls
Breaks down department barriers
Motivated staff
Drawbacks of matrix
Expensive to run
Longer decision making
Unclear line of accountability
