4. Line Organization Characteristics Simplest and oldest type of organization Direct vertical flow of authority from top to bottom Common in small enterprises Advantages No problem tracing authority Promotes rapid decision making Disadvantages Managers perform more duties Inefficient job results No provisions to train, develop, and replace leaders
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6. Line & Staff Organization Characteristics Consists of addition of staff specialists Common in larger enterprises Advantages Brings expert knowledge Structure directly affects finance, manufacture, or marketing Allows for more specialization and flexibility Disadvantages Authority and responsibility are not clearly set Supervisors depend too much on staff
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8. Matrix Organization Characteristics Form teams within line and staff Temporary pending a specific purpose Has the capability to evolve Advantages Ability to meet complicated projects Disadvantages Conflict of authority
12. Since the objective of the undertaking does have an important bearing on the organization structure, the organizer should have clearly in mind what he wants to accomplish
30. Define precisely the new objectives Precise objectives determine the structure and permanency Brings into focus the basic organizational characteristics
31. List down all activities required and group them into units Required to achieve the objectives Products, tools, and processes are possible areas for grouping
