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Briefly describe Matrix organization with advantages and limitations

Matrix organization is a type of organizational structure that combines functional and

project-based structures in a single hierarchy. In a matrix organization, employees report to both a
functional manager who is responsible for their career development and a project manager who is
responsible for their project work.

Advantages of a matrix organization include:

Flexibility: Matrix organizations allow for quick response to changes in the market or project
requirements by enabling resources to be quickly allocated to different projects.

Specialization: Matrix organizations can leverage the expertise of functional managers and project
managers to deliver high-quality products or services.

Improved communication: Matrix organizations promote better communication between project

teams and functional teams, which can help to resolve conflicts and ensure that everyone is
aligned towards the same goals.

Limitations of a matrix organization include:

Complexity: Matrix organizations are complex structures that can be difficult to understand and
manage. This can lead to confusion and conflicts between team members.

Lack of clear authority: In a matrix organization, employees report to multiple managers, which
can create confusion about who has the final say on decisions.
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Role ambiguity: Employees may not be clear on their roles and responsibilities, as they may have
to balance the demands of their functional and project managers. This can lead to role ambiguity
and job dissatisfaction.

Briefly describe pure project organization with advantages and limitations

In a pure project organization, a project manager has full authority over the project and is
responsible for assembling a project team, obtaining resources, and managing the project from
start to finish. This team structure is temporary, and team members are typically assigned to work
on the project full-time until it is completed.

Advantages of a pure project organization include:

Clear Lines of Authority: The project manager has complete control over the project, which leads
to quicker decision-making and efficient problem-solving.

Dedicated Resources: Since team members are assigned full-time to the project, they are highly
motivated and focused on achieving the project’s goals.

Better Communication: With a clear hierarchy and a dedicated team, communication within the
team tends to be more streamlined and effective.

Flexibility: The project manager has the flexibility to make changes to the project quickly and
respond to new challenges as they arise.

However, there are also some limitations of a pure project organization, including:
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High Costs: Since resources are dedicated full-time to the project, this team structure can be
expensive, especially for larger projects.

Lack of Continuity: Once the project is completed, the team is disbanded, which can result in a
loss of knowledge and expertise.

Duplication of Effort: Since each project has its own team, there is a risk of duplicating effort
across projects and wasting resources.

Potential for Conflict: With a project manager having complete control over the project, conflicts
can arise if team members disagree with the project manager’s decisions.