Activity

  • Functional, project-based, and matrix organizations all have their individual advantages and disadvantages, as discussed per this week’s lecture. Most of you seem to prefer a Matrix structure. In my opinion a Matrix structure is great but it puts a lot more pressure on the staff. As discussed you have two bosses. This type of architect can be hectic and stressful if there isn’t a clear streamline of communication between the managers and the staff. If it is poorly managed this organization will cause multiple delays and will constantly be fighting the fire rather than appropriately managing it. The way I see it the more people managing the more room for error. Where as in a project or functional organization there is mainly one manager and projects/functions are clearly defined and easily tracked.