Chapter15OrganizationalDesignStructureNelsonQuick.ppt

Chapter 15Organizational Design  StructureNelson Quick; Organizational Design - the process of constructing and adjusting an organization’s structure to achieve its goals.;Key Organizational Design Processes; Four Dimensions Goal orientation Time orientation Interpersonal orientation Formality of structure ;Horizontal Differentiation;Vertical Differentiation;Spatial Differentiation; Designed to achieve unity among individuals and groups Supports a state of dynamic equilibrium - elements of organization are integrated, balanced;Vertical Integration;HorizontalIntegration;Hierarchy of