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?

    <p>Responsible for defining what needs to be accomplished</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Improved system for managing conflicts across projects</p> 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?

    <p>Project manager</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Separate from the parent organization</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Project manager</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>To drive completion of the project</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Because decisions are made within the dedicated team</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key advantage of a projectized organization structure?

    <p>Specialists fully dedicated to the project</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

    What is a major advantage of a functional organization?

    <p>In-depth expertise in crucial aspects of the project</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Each functional unit has its own routine operational work</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Slow decision-making process for projects</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Weak connection between the project and their professional development</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Concern only with project responsibilities rather than the overall project health</p> Signup and view all the answers

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