Discussion Post: Structure for Conglomerates
Reflect on your reading, specifically Analytical Exercise. Is another form of structural configuration better suited to multiproduct, multiservice companies? If not, is there a form of departmentalization for multiproduct, multiservice companies which would match somewhat the divisional structure configuration?"
Explain how the following somewhat match each other:
a. Functional structure with simple structure
b. Divisional structure with departmentalization by product
c. Machine bureaucracy with centralized, mechanistic structure
d. Professional bureaucracy with decentralized, organic structure.
The response must include a reference list. One-inch margins, double-space, Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font and APA style of writing and citations.