Org.+Structure

Definition:

 The [|framework], typically [|hierarchical], within which an organization arranges its [|lines] of [|authority] and [|communications], and [|allocates] [|rights] and [|duties]. [|Organizational] [|structure] determines the manner and extent to which [|roles], [|power], and [|responsibilities] are delegated, controlled, and coordinated, and how [|information flows] between [|levels of management].  An structure depends entirely on the [|organization's] [|objectives] and the [|strategy] chosen to [|achieve] them. In a centralized structure, the [|decision making] power is concentrated in the top layer of the [|management] and tight [|control] is exercised over [|departments] and [|divisions]. In a decentralized structure, the decision making power is distributed and the departments and divisions have varying [|degrees] of [|autonomy]. An organizational [|chart] illustrates the organizational structure.  Structure is another one of the key factors that significantly influences organizational efficiency. The optimal organizational structure involves a wide variety of considerations that range from the physical layout of the company to the policies that steer the operation. An effective organization is structured so that it is able to do such things as: (a) respond quickly to an environment of rapid change, (b) efficiently meet its mission, © wisely use the knowledge, skills and abilities of its employees, (d) promote good communication and the flow of information necessary for every employee to do a good job, (e) encourage decision-making at the most appropriate level in the organization, and (f) link departments and work units so that that they support each other.  Org. analysis

 An organization that seeks to be effective and to meet the needs of its customers in a rapidly changing environment must rely on accurate data to monitor customer satisfaction and to measure progress toward goals and objectives outlined by the strategic plan. Effective organizations determine what data is vital to these efforts and carefully determine how it will be collected, analyzed, and reported throughout the organization. This information is critical to decision-making and is used to support key organization processes and the organization’s performance management system.

