Matrix Organization

Most organizational structures are depicted by a traditional chain-of-command chart. The common, chain-of-command organization connotes an easy-to-understand structure with top-down authority lines. In reality, however, many organizations function quite differently from their depicted authority structure. They are organized more like a matrix. In a matrix-structured organization, it is common for multiple leaders or teams to depend on other leaders or teams for their success, yet they hold no authority over those on which they depend. In fact, there may be entire silos of people who have different areas of responsibility, and a deep reliance on unaffiliated colleagues for information, tasks, and support.

So how do these leaders, and others like them, work effectively within a matrix organization? The answer is found in effective collaboration. There are two elements of collaboration that are crucial in a matrix environment: Frequent communication, and the sharing of expectations.

Our matrix collaboration capabilities provide a construct by which individuals and/or teams communicate smarter, increase their level of cross-functional collaboration, and heighten overall productivity.

Help provide greater collaboration and communication to your matrix organization! Call Leadership Simplified today: 941-776-1121