Advantages of Functional Organization in Project Management

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What is the main characteristic of a matrix organizational structure?

Indirect authority for project managers (correct)

Clear separation between project and functional managers

Full authority for functional managers

Lack of integration between projects

What is a disadvantage of functional control over a project in a weak matrix structure?

Better conflict management

Lack of integration (correct)

Full authority for project manager

Improvement in technical quality

In a weak matrix structure, how does the role of the project manager differ from a functional manager?

Project manager acts as a staff assistant (correct)

Project manager has full authority over resources

Functional manager develops schedules and checklists

Functional manager controls project integration

How does a balanced matrix structure differ from a weak matrix structure?

Responsible for defining what needs to be accomplished Signup and view all the answers

What is an advantage of the weak matrix structure over other organizational structures?

Improved system for managing conflicts across projects Signup and view all the answers

Which manager ensures that project tasks are assigned and completed according to the project schedule in a matrix structure?

Project manager Signup and view all the answers

In a projectized organization, where is the project team physically located?

Separate from the parent organization Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for recruiting project resources in a projectized organization?

Project manager Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of a dedicated team in a projectized organization?

To drive completion of the project Signup and view all the answers

In a projectized organization, why are response times faster compared to functional structures?

Because decisions are made within the dedicated team Signup and view all the answers

What is a key advantage of a projectized organization structure?

Specialists fully dedicated to the project Signup and view all the answers

How does a functional organization differ from a projectized organization in terms of resource ownership?

Functional resources in a functional organization have ownership of the big picture. Signup and view all the answers

What is a major advantage of a functional organization?

In-depth expertise in crucial aspects of the project Signup and view all the answers

Why can project responsibilities be easily pushed aside in a functional organization?

Each functional unit has its own routine operational work Signup and view all the answers

What is a common disadvantage of a functional organization related to project completion time?

Slow decision-making process for projects Signup and view all the answers

Why might resources assigned to a project in a functional organization lack motivation?

Weak connection between the project and their professional development Signup and view all the answers

What is a key disadvantage of poor integration across functional teams in a functional organization?

Concern only with project responsibilities rather than the overall project health Signup and view all the answers

Advantages of Functional Organization in Project Management

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