Glossary

• What is the term for a hierarchical system in an organization?

  Organizational design
• What does a hierarchical system in an organization indicate?

  People are ranked according to authority
• What is the span of control in an organization?

  Number of subordinates a supervisor manages
• What does a chain of command refer to?

  Route orders travel down in an organization
• What is a flat structure in an organization?

  A hierarchy with few layers and short chains
• How does a tall structure differ from a flat structure?

  Tall structures have many layers and long chains
• What is a matrix structure in an organization?

  A design grouping by project and function
• What does authority in an organization refer to?

  The power to give orders and make decisions
• What is delegation in an organizational context?

  Passing a job or order down to subordinates
• What does centralization mean in an organization?

  Major decisions made at the head office
• Where are all recruitment decisions made in a centralized organization?

  At the head office
• What is the impact of centralization on decision-making?

  It affects decisions that impact divisions or branches
• What is the role of authority in an organization?

  To give orders and make decisions
• What is the significance of a centralized authority structure?

  It consolidates power and decision-making
• What is the primary focus of a decentralized organization?

  Empowering local branches to make decisions
• How does decentralization affect decision-making in an organization?

  It allows local managers to make decisions
• What is the relationship between authority and power in an organization?

  Authority is the right to give orders
• What is the effect of a centralized structure on employee autonomy?

  It limits employee autonomy in decision-making
• How does a flat structure impact communication in an organization?

  It facilitates faster communication among employees
• What are the advantages of a decentralized organization?

  Faster decision-making and increased responsiveness
• How does a matrix structure affect team collaboration?

  It encourages collaboration across different functions
• What is the impact of a hierarchical structure on employee morale?

  It can lead to lower morale due to rigidity
• How does centralization affect innovation in an organization?

  It may stifle innovation due to rigid controls
• What is the relationship between organizational structure and efficiency?

  A well-designed structure enhances operational efficiency
• How does a tall structure influence managerial oversight?

  It increases oversight due to more layers
• What is the effect of a flat structure on employee empowerment?

  It often leads to higher employee empowerment
• How does decentralization impact customer service?

  It can improve customer service through local responsiveness
• What is the significance of authority in decision-making processes?

  Authority determines who can make decisions
• How does a matrix structure affect resource allocation?

  It allows for flexible resource allocation across projects
• What is the impact of organizational design on employee performance?

  A good design can enhance employee performance
• How does centralization affect strategic planning?

  It centralizes strategic planning at the top level
• What is the relationship between organizational structure and adaptability?

  A flexible structure enhances adaptability to change
• How does a hierarchical structure influence communication flow?

  It can slow down communication flow between levels
• What is the significance of a clear chain of command?

  It clarifies roles and responsibilities within an organization
• How does a decentralized structure affect employee engagement?

  It often increases employee engagement and ownership
• What is the impact of organizational hierarchy on decision-making speed?

  It can slow down decision-making processes
• How does a flat structure influence leadership styles?

  It encourages more democratic leadership styles
• What is the effect of a matrix structure on team dynamics?

  It can create complexity in team dynamics
• How does centralization affect employee initiative?

  It may reduce employee initiative and creativity
• What is the significance of a decentralized structure for innovation?

  It fosters innovation through diverse input