Organizational Structure
Across
- 3. Groups employees by specialty (e.g., marketing, HR, operations)
- 6. Has a clear chain of command from top executives to frontline employees
Down
- 1. Relies on partnerships or outsourcing to external organizations for core functions
- 2. Combines project and functional management, often leading to dual reporting lines
- 4. Organizes teams by product, market, or geography — e.g., H&M outsourcing production
- 5. Features minimal middle management and is common in tech startups.