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Organisational structure




               The amount of decentralisation is driven by:

                                                         A decentralised structure is more common in
                     Management style                    organisations where managers are
                                                         comfortable in delegating central control.

                   Ability of employees                  A decentralised structure is more common in
                                                         organisations where employees are skilled.


                   Geographical spread                   If geographical spread is high, a
                                                         decentralised structure may be needed since
                                                         centralised control could be difficult.
                                                         If the organisation is large, a decentralised
                             Size                        structure may be needed since centralised

                                                         control could be difficult.




                  Illustrations and further practice


                  Now try TYU 6 from Chapter 2.

                  Read illustration 2 from Chapter 2.










































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