Research Ralph Lauren Corporation to determine its
\nstructure. Is it functional, conglomerate, divisional, matrix, or hybrid?
\nProvide supporting references in your initial post that are less than two
\nmonths old that support your assertion as to which type of structure your
\norganization uses.<\/b><\/u> Assess the suitability of their structure. Is it the most
\nappropriate? <\/u> Does it work well for them? If not, what structure would you
\nrecommend and why?<\/u><\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Functional Design (U-form)<\/u> \u2013 arrangement based on the
\nfunctional approach to departmentalization (U-from) for a unitary approach. Members
\nand units in the organization are grouped into functional departments such as
\nmarketing and production. In U-from, none of the functional areas can survive without
\nthe others. <\/p>\n
Conglomerate (H-from) design<\/u> \u2013 (H for holding, as in holding
\ncompany), used by organizations made up of a set of unrelated businesses. This
\ndesign is essentially a holding company that results from unrelated
\ndiversification. This design is based loosely on the product of
\ndepartmentalization. Each business or set of businesses is operated by a
\ngeneral manager who is responsible for its profits or losses, and each general
\nmanager functions independently of others. <\/p>\n
Divisional (M-From) Design <\/u>\u2013 a product form of organization
\nis also used; in contrast to the H-from approach, however, the divisions are
\nrelated. The divisional design or M-form (Multidivision) approach is based on
\nmultiple businesses in related areas operating within a larger organization
\nframework. This design results from a strategy of related diversification. Some
\nactivities are extremely decentralized down to the division level; others are centralized
\nat the corporate level. <\/p>\n
Matrix Design <\/u>\u2013 based on two overlapping bases of
\ndepartmentalization. The foundation of a matrix is a set of functional
\ndepartments. A set of product groups, or temporary departments, is then superimposed
\nacross the functional departments. Employees in a matrix are simultaneously members
\nof a functional department (such as engineering) and of a project team. At the
\ntop of the organization are functional units headed by VPs of engineering, production,
\nfinance, and marketing. Each of these managers has several subordinates. Along
\nthe side of the organization are several positions called project manager. <\/p>\n
Hybrid Desgin<\/u> \u2013 two or more of the common forms of
\norganization design. Some may have related divisions and one unrelated
\ndivision, making its design a cross between an M form and an H form. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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