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Types of Organisational Structure
Simple Structure
A structure characterized by a low degree of departmentalization, wide spans of control, authority centralized in a simple person, and little formalization.
Strengths
Weakness
Bureaucratic Structure
A structure with highly routine operating tasks achieved thought specialization ‘very formalized rules and regulations ‘task that are grouped into functional departments, centralized authority, narrow span of control, and decision making that follows the chain of command.
Strength
- Simple
- Bureaucratic
- Matrix
- Flat/Tall
- Line/Staff
Simple Structure
A structure characterized by a low degree of departmentalization, wide spans of control, authority centralized in a simple person, and little formalization.
Strengths
- Simplicity
- Fast
- Flexible
- Inexpensive
- Accountability clear
Weakness
- Only small business
- Low formalization
- High centralization
- Risky
Bureaucratic Structure
A structure with highly routine operating tasks achieved thought specialization ‘very formalized rules and regulations ‘task that are grouped into functional departments, centralized authority, narrow span of control, and decision making that follows the chain of command.
Strength
- Economies of scale
- Less costly