“A Strong Business Organization Structure is Paramount to Business Success” (The Business Plan).
Nowadays companies cannot operate successfully without a clear structure and organisation. Every employee has to know his work task and they have to know who his superior is. Last person is always the first person to be contact when problems occur. In some companies employees have more than one superior, so communication between all participants plays an important role.
This study is concerned with the systems of leadership and their advantages and disadvantages from the point of view of the company. Furthermore it takes focus on the process of communication of an enterprise by pointing out the different kind of inference factors.
Chapter 2 introduces a definition of the leadership systems in companies. This is followed by an analysis of the different systems of leadership and their advantages and disadvantages from the point of view of the company as a whole. In chapter 4 the pro-cess of communication is defined which will be important for the last chapter in which the different interference factors in the process of communication in a company are exposed.
Table of Contents
1. Introduction
2. Definition: What are the systems of leadership?
3. The different systems of leadership and their advantages and disadvantages from the view of the enterprise
3.1. [Einliniensystem] Unity of command
3.2. [Mehrliniensystem] Multiple- line system
3.3. [Stabliniensystem] Line-and staff organisation
3.4. [Funktionale Organisation] Functional organisation
3.5. [Divisionale Organisation (Spartenorganisation)] Divisional organisation
3.6. [Matrix-Organisation] Matrix organisation
4. Definition: What is the process of communication?
5. The process of communication in an enterprise and their different interference factors
6. Result
Objectives and Themes
This study examines the relationship between organizational structures, leadership systems, and the efficacy of internal and external business communication. It aims to analyze how different hierarchical models influence operational success and identify common interference factors that disrupt communication processes within an enterprise.
- Comparison of standard leadership systems (Unity of command, Multiple-line, Line-and-staff).
- Analysis of complex organizational structures (Functional, Divisional, Matrix).
- Definition and importance of internal and external communication processes.
- Identification of behavioral and systemic interference factors in communication.
- Evaluation of the impact of organizational choice on management and profitability.
Excerpt from the Book
3.1. [Einliniensystem] Unity of command
In this leadership system, every employee has one direct superior. Understandably the personnel have only one high-ranking man. Or as Beschorner and Peemöller (Beschorner & Peemöller 2006, page 101) formulate it: “[O]ne man, one boss”. This is the principle of unity of placing orders by Fayol in year 1916 (Beschorner & Peemöller 2006, page 101).
An advantage for the enterprise is the close-fitting and well-arranged organisation. Another point is that the office channels are clearly and short. Further-more, the superior can control his employees much better because he knows their work and tasks which were given by him (MUBk 2008).
A paradoxical disadvantage is the long way of office channels because the superior is stressed by too many information and decisions that have to be adapted by him (Eduhi). Besides it takes longer to rework all information and decisions so that the production maybe reduces and that is not an advantage for the profit of an enterprise.
The unity of command can be found in that pure form mostly in small or mid-level businesses (Eduhi).
Summary of Chapters
1. Introduction: Outlines the necessity of clear organizational structures for business success and introduces the study's focus on leadership systems and communication interferences.
2. Definition: What are the systems of leadership?: Provides a foundational explanation of hierarchical structures, defining key components like divisions, business lines, staff units, and central offices.
3. The different systems of leadership and their advantages and disadvantages from the view of the enterprise: Compares various structural models ranging from simple command chains to complex matrix organizations, highlighting the benefits and drawbacks of each.
4. Definition: What is the process of communication?: Discusses the mechanisms of information sharing within an enterprise, distinguishing between internal and external communication channels.
5. The process of communication in an enterprise and their different interference factors: Explores common barriers to effective communication, such as interpersonal conflict, lack of preparation, and social behavior.
6. Result: Summarizes the previous findings and provides an expert opinion on the selection of appropriate organizational structures based on company size and market needs.
Keywords
Leadership systems, organizational structure, unity of command, communication process, interference factors, management, business hierarchy, functional organisation, divisional organisation, matrix organisation, internal communication, external communication, conflict potential, enterprise efficiency, decision making.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the core focus of this essay?
The essay explores the intersection of organizational leadership systems and the effectiveness of business communication processes within an enterprise.
What are the primary themes discussed in the text?
The main themes include structural models for leadership, the definition of communication, the role of internal and external information flow, and the impact of communication barriers on business success.
What is the main objective of the research?
The objective is to evaluate how different leadership models (such as matrix or functional organizations) impact enterprise operations and how interference factors inhibit effective communication.
What scientific approach does the author use?
The author uses a literature-based analytical approach, reviewing standard models and definitions from business theory to provide a qualitative comparison of organizational structures.
What topics are covered in the main body?
The main body covers the definitions of leadership systems, detailed comparisons of specific models like Unity of Command and Matrix organization, and an in-depth look at behavioral and systemic barriers to communication.
Which keywords best describe the work?
Key terms include Leadership Systems, Organizational Structure, Communication Process, and Interference Factors.
How does a matrix organization differ from a line-and-staff organization?
In a matrix organization, two lines of command (e.g., functional and object-oriented) clash and require coordination, whereas a line-and-staff organization maintains a clear hierarchy supported by advisory staff units.
Why are interference factors in communication critical for businesses?
Interference factors, such as interpersonal conflicts or poor preparation, lead to inefficient decision-making and reduced profitability, as communication acts as the backbone for operational success.
What does the author suggest regarding the "ideal" organization?
The author concludes that there is no universal "ideal" organization; managers must choose a structure based on company size, product range, and market volatility.
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- Verena Bartlmann (Autor:in), 2013, Leadership systems and the process of communication with its interferences, München, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/434424
