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Organizational Structure

An organizational structure is a system that outlines how certain activities are directed in order to achieve the goals of an organization.

These activities can include rules, roles, and responsibilities.

Building Organizational Structures

An organization is the order and design of relationships within a company or firm.

It consists of two or more people working together with a common objective and clarity of purpose.

Formal organizations also have well-defined lines of authority, channels for information flow, and means of control.

Division of Labor

Division of Labor - The process of dividing work into separate jobs and assigning tasks to workers.

In a fast-food restaurant, for example, some employees take or fill orders, others prepare food, a few clean and maintain equipment, and at least one supervises all the others.