Influences on Organisational Design (AQA A-Level Business): Flashcards
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Define organisational design
Define organisational design
Shaping org structure to achieve objectives effectively
SLOT mnemonic (org design influences)
SLOT mnemonic (org design influences)
Size, Life cycle, Objectives, Technology
Define span of control
Define span of control
No. of subordinates one manager can control effectively
Flat structure features
Flat structure features
Wide span of control, fewer managers & levels
Define delegation
Define delegation
Granting authority from one person to another for agreed purposes
In delegation, what's passed: authority or responsibility?
In delegation, what's passed: authority or responsibility?
Authority (not responsibility)
Define centralisation
Define centralisation
Concentrating decision-making power at top of org
Define decentralisation
Define decentralisation
Redistributing decision-making power away from central authority
UMES mnemonic (centralisation factors)
UMES mnemonic (centralisation factors)
Uniformity, Management style, Employee skills, Economic influences
Define chain of command
Define chain of command
Order authority & power exercised from top management down