Structures – Processes – Workflow
Hierarchy and network
The structuring of an organization as a hierarchy or as a network is often treated as a contradiction. In fact, both networks and hierarchies are necessary. The trick is to find the balance between the two.
A hierarchy ensures that the organization is coherent and pursues a common goal.
The flow of information in a hierarchy is typically slow.
A network is fast in communication, can adapt and reconfigure itself.
It is not easy for a network to maintain a coherent direction.
Kotter on hierarchy and network
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