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The right corporate management structure is critical to running a successful business. A company must determine the best structure to its business goals and industry. It should also evaluate its current structure and make any necessary adjustments. Any changes should be carefully communicated to employees, especially in the case of a company going through a restructuring. Otherwise, it can result in employee cynicism.
The top level of a business is made up of the board of directors as well as the executive officers, including the chief executive officer (CEO). The CEO is accountable for the daily activities of a business and has control over the majority of legal business activities. Shareholders are also a part in the corporate structure, though they are not involved in day-today business. They are in charge of budgets, and they can also vote on major decisions.
Below the board of directors are the staff managers who collaborate with the higher-level executives to implement policy. Staff managers are grouped into functional departments, allowing each department to function independently and improves efficiency for a specific business function. They can also be divided into divisional departments which is ideal for companies that have multiple product lines and requires fast response times to market shifts.
A circular structure is similar to a functional and divisional structure, but instead of having the chain of command run vertically, it runs horizontally between departments. It’s a great way to encourage collaboration and communication within departments. It can also help to build the spirit of teamwork and trust among employees.
