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(2006, 995 words)
The paper examines the concept of bureaucracy reviewing its characteristics, outlining the advantages and disadvantages of bureaucracy, providing examples of bureaucratic attributes, etc.
(2006, 2500 words)
The paper examines the concept of bureaucracy as an organisational structure with strict rules and hierarchy. Scholars' opinions about bureaucracy are reviewed highlighting the faults and benefits of bureaucracy and arguing whether it inhibits or enhances employees' performance. The features of the post-bureaucratic system are discussed with reference to bureaucracy seen in the Civil Service.
(2004, 3000 words)
The paper examines the relationship between the structure and the performance of an organization providing definitions of both concepts and analyzing their relation to organizational culture and control. Factors contributing to organizational effectiveness are identified on the basis of a literature review on organisational performance and structure.
(2004, 10 600 words)
The assignment begins with a discussion of the effectiveness of team work within organisational institutions. The second section discusses various quality improvement tools. The third is an analysis of the ISO 9000 quality system and finally there is an analysis of the cost of quality, all within the framework of a TQM system.
(2006, 1000 words)
This paper attempts to analyse three organisations exhibiting three different forms of organisational structure with an aim to outline the strengths and weaknesses of each structure and evaluate their effectiveness with regards to the achievement of organisational objectives.
(2006, 1500 words)
The paper examines the concept of bureaucracy reviewing academic literature on the history of bureaucracy, the bureaucratic organisation’s hierarchy, the effects of bureaucracy on labour productivity, quality management, etc.
(2006, 3000 words)
The paper examines the importance of organisational structure (OS) and organisational culture (OC) for effective human resource management providing a review of literature on OS, OC and HRM. The role of HRM in facilitating OS and OC changes is discussed focusing on the issues of employees’ recruitment, selection, performance appraisal, reward management, etc.
(2006, 2000 words)
The essay has been aimed at examining the structure of organization and how they facilitate in achieving its objectives. It has been established that organizations can be described in terms of a ladder of aggregation that proceeds from individuals to small groups, to departments made up of many small groups, to divisions that are clusters of departments, to the organization as a whole, to the larger field in which the organization interacts with other organizations. The essay is a mix of theory as well as practical examples that has been supported using organizational analysis models.
(2006, 1000 words)
The paper examines the types of organisational structure, namely, the traditional hierarchical structure and the matrix structure.
(2006, 3300 words)
The current paper undertakes the analysis of the organisational dynamics and behaviour with the use of such tools as Soft System Methodology, Staceys model of managing chaos and complexity, Mintzbergs five models structure. On the basis of comparative analysis of different departments the paper shows the requirements of different organisational parts for different organisational culture, means of control, the architecture of procedures as well as leadership requirements. The paper also considers various conflicts that might emerge between the departments during interactions.
(2006, 1500 words)
The paper reviews academic opinions on the nature of bureaucracy focusing on the theory of Max Weber. Functional and dysfunctional aspects of bureaucracy are discussed.
(2005, 4000 words)
The paper examines the issues of corporate governance analyzing types of board structure, the function of a board of directors and its sub committees, the duties and responsibilities of directors, the activities of non-executive directors, etc. A brief case study of Marks & Spencer is presented.
(2005, 1000 words)
The paper looks at the hierarchal structure of companies known as vertical integration. Various types of vertical integration are discussed pointing out the advantages and disadvantages of vertical integration.
(2003, 1500 words)
Briefly outlines the basic differences between flat and hierarchical structures and then considers a number of theories to explain the reason for a firm rejecting the latter. Consideration is given to the impact of information technology; the affect of increased competition and the need to reduce costs on spans of control; Piore and Sabel's flexible specialisation thesis; the need for flexible working due to changing demographics; the effects of flatter structures on productivity through empowerment of employees
(2002, 5000 words)
The paper reports on the recent corporate restructuring in British Telecom (BT) arguing that the demerger of companies is advantageous for both, the spin-off company and the parent company. The case of wireless business separation from BT is subjected to analysis; comparisons are drawn between the pre-spin off and post-spin off performance of the company.
(2003, 1300 words)
In this vast growing global economy, organisations are often confronted with increasing instability due to continuous changes in technology, an influx of competition and rapidly changing customer needs. With respect to this it is imperative that organisations respond to required or forced changes to their environment if the firms existing goals are to be achieved.
(2003, 4500 words)
This report analyses SIMCO company (www.simco.com) and aims to determine the current organisational structure of SIMCO, Determine the primary causes of tensions between the main working groups, Recommend an organisational form that would best suit the company and highlight any potential problems that may exist in the newly proposed structure and Recommend ways about how to deal with the changes - Change Management
(2004, 3500 words)
The paper investigates the concept of organisational structure (OS) using the example of the Astron Group Company and providing a definition of OS, a review of OS types, a structural analysis of the Leicester Astron Division, means of providing vertical and horizontal information flow within the company, links between their structure and strategy, consequences of the structural deficiencies, etc.
(2004, 1500 words)
This report discusses the most common organizational structures: Functional organization (geographical or bureaucratic); divisional organization; matrix organization and entrepreneurial organization. Also the key issues in designing this organization are described plus in short some HR implications. The aim of this work is to analyze those structures and design an organizational structure for BMC. BMC, which is a high-quality consulting group, is changing drastically. The organizational model used before, until the end of 1995, is therefore not functional anymore. A new model for this consulting company is designed and the final outcome will be outlined in the conclusion. The conclusion combines selects one organization most beneficial for BMC (a global consultancy company).
(2002, 1500 words)
The aim of this essay is to investigate if the bureaucratic form is appropriate for western organisations today. It first discusses two main views, which concentrate on the importance of structure. It discusses how design of the organisation determines its performance. It also examines how the individuals within the organisation are involved with the company and if the structure is indifferent to the companies' performance.
(2005, 3000 words)
This paper describes what you would routinely see in an organisation that achieves exceptional productivity. A framework model is developed that outlines the key areas of fit: Direction and alignment, Involvement and commitment, Organisational structure, Monitoring & environmental support. These areas are used to define key areas of improvement for an organisation.
(2004, 2000 words)
This paper reviews the management literature on Politics and Power; analyses current key themes and the evidence writers provide to support their views.
(2003, 1000 words).
Although bureaucratic systems have come under quite a lot of criticism, the majority of the world's large-scale organisations contain at least some of the features of a bureaucracy. The number of bureaucratic systems is on the rise, mainly due to increasing size and complexity of organisations, and although it does offer some drawbacks if organised correctly it can be a very effective and efficient way of running an organisation.
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