Understanding matrix structures and their alternatives : the key to designing and managing large, complex organizations

This book describes the use of matrix structures in large, complex organizations such as MNCs. Using an information-processing perspective of organization design, it develops a more comprehensive theory for fitting the structural configurations of matrix structures to key characteristics of firm str...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors Egelhoff, William G., 1941- (Author), Wolf, Joachim (Author)
Format Electronic eBook
LanguageEnglish
Published London : Palgrave Macmillan, [2017]
Subjects
Matrix organization.
Management.
elektronické knihy
electronic books
Online AccessFull text
ISBN9781137579751
9781137579744
Physical Description1 online resource

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Table of Contents:
  • Chapter 1 Introduction
  • Chapter 2 The Historical and Conceptual Contexts for Understanding Matrix Structures
  • Chapter 3 Designing Elementary Structures to Fit MNC Strategy
  • Chapter 4 Designing Matrix Structures to Fit MNC Strategy
  • Chapter 5 Understanding the Causes of Conflict in Matrix Structure Firms
  • Chapter 6 Decision Making within Matrix Structures
  • Chapter 7 How a Flexible Matrix Structure Supports a More Ambidextrous Organization
  • Chapter 8 The Joint Use of Matrix Structures and Network Designs to Implement Multi-dimensional Strategies
  • Chapter 9 Conclusion.

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