Hierarchy

• Levels of hierarchy:

  • tall and thin structures occur where each superior is responsible for a few subordinates ​
• What is it called when each superior is responsible for a few subordinates in hierarchy?

  tall and thin
• A tall and thin hierarchy allows for close supervision and communication between the two levels
• What does a tall and thin hierarchy structure allow?

  close supervision and communication
• • wide and flat means that each superior is responsible for a large number of subordinates​
• What is it called when each superior is responsible for a large number of subordinates in hierarchy?

  Wide and flat
• wide and flat requires greater delegation but fewer levels allowing for quicker communication through the firm​
• What is the difference between a tall hierarchy and a wide and flat hierarchy?

  a tall hierarchy has more levels