Project managers must have an excellent grasp of organizational structure. The effectiveness of a project manager depends on how well he understands the relationships of a project to the ...

In contrast to traditional organization structures that group employees under fairly rigid reporting relationships, a matrix management organizational system groups employees together by work group or ...

Picture the most successful companies in the world; they have one thing in common — an effective organizational structure. But what exactly does that entail and how can it make or break a business? If ...

HR might not always get to pick the company’s global structure, but they’re definitely the ones dealing with the day-to-day impact. Whether it’s a centralized, decentralized, or matrix structure, it’s ...

Just like no two people are the same, no two companies are identical. While you may find similar organizations within the same industry, there will always be nuances and differences between every ...

I am not a command-and-control leader. Though the hierarchical pyramid works for some, I prefer a framework that invites collaboration, flexibility and balance. This structure radiates decision-making ...

Every organization, no matter its size, has an abundance of moving pieces. Ensuring that all those pieces move in perfect synchrony starts by devising an organizational structure that represents the ...

Will Kenton is an expert on the economy and investing laws and regulations. He previously held senior editorial roles at Investopedia and Kapitall Wire and holds a MA in Economics from The New School ...