Relationship Between Organizational Functions

Describe the organizational structure of your selected organization. Compare and contrast that structure with two different organizational structures.The organization chosen for this study is Procter & Gamble which uses the matrix form of organizational structure.The matrix structure is defined as a structure which has the tasks grouped into two or more organizational dimensions simultaneously.The matrix form is the preferred form for P&G because as a large multinational company they have a multinational,multibrand approach and as a consumer product company they have to deliver in the three domains such as products,functions and regions.The characteristics of the matrix organization structure are that it can achieve simultaneous objectives as we see that when the work is delegated the most sigbificant is the core competency of the employe.So an employee can work as a product division and also look for a particular geographical area and this is how he can be exposd to two different horizons.The managers can focus on two organizational dimensions which help them to gain more skills as they have a holistic view of the whole system and can use their insights in problem solving techniques.Product divisionalMost appropriate for organizations with relatively diverse product lines that require specialized efforts to