Matrix management strucutre

Question 1

What does the Matrix structure involve ( Define matrix structure)

Answer 1

A structure involving bringing specialists from different parts of the organisation based on the function they preform/ divisions they belong to

Question 2

Name three advantages of the Matrix structure

Answer 2

Enhanced flexibility- operations can be altered quickly to suit environmental circumstances

Enhanced communication, cooperation and teamwork throughout the organisation

enhanced decision making- expert project teams become a critical source of information for other managers

Question 3

Disadvantages of the Matrix structure

Answer 3

Decisions made in project teams can undermine line authority

structure creates potential for unity of command principle to be challenged ( people may be reporting to two managers)