Organizational Structure

An Organizational Structure is a structure for an organization.

• Example(s):
  • a Functional Organizational Structure.
  • a Hierarchical Organizational Structure.
  • a Matrix Organizational Structure for a matrix organization.
  • a Flat Organizational Structure, for a flat organization.
  • a Hybrid Organizational Structure.
  • a Software Engineering Organizational Structure.
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• Counter-Example(s):
  • Family Structure.
• See: Employee, Organizations, Clustered Entities, Branch (Banking), Departmentalization, Working Group, Conway's Law.

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References

2022

• chat.openai.com
  • Q: what are some organizational structures for Software Engineering Organizations?
  • A: There are several different organizational structures that can be used for software engineering organizations, and the best structure for a particular organization will depend on a number of factors, such as the size of the organization, the nature of the work being done, and the company culture. Here are a few examples of organizational structures that are commonly used in software engineering organizations:
    • Hierarchical structure: In this type of structure, there is a clear chain of command, with decisions being made at the top and then cascading down through the organization. This structure can be effective for large organizations with many layers of management.
    • Matrix structure: In a matrix structure, teams are organized around specific projects or products, rather than by function. This allows for greater flexibility and the ability to bring together people with different skills and expertise as needed.
    • Flat structure: A flat structure has fewer levels of management, with a more horizontal decision-making process. This can lead to a more collaborative and agile approach, but can also be less efficient if there are too many people involved in decision-making.
    • Hybrid structure: Some organizations combine elements of different structures, such as a hierarchical structure with elements of a flat structure, to create a hybrid structure that meets the needs of the organization.

2017

• (Wikipedia, 2017) ⇒ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/organizational_structure Retrieved:2017-3-30.
  • An organizational structure defines how activities such as task allocation, coordination and supervision are directed toward the achievement of organizational aims. It can also be considered as the viewing glass or perspective through which individuals see their organization and its environment. Organizations are a variant of clustered entities.

    An organization can be structured in many different ways, depending on its objectives. The structure of an organization will determine the modes in which it operates and performs.

    Organizational structure allows the expressed allocation of responsibilities for different functions and processes to different entities such as the branch, department, workgroup and individual.

    Organizational structure affects organizational action in two big ways:

    • First, it provides the foundation on which standard operating procedures and routines rest.
    • Second, it determines which individuals get to participate in which decision-making processes, and thus to what extent their views shape the organization’s actions.

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