Question

What are the advantages and disadvantages of a weak matrix type organization

Answer 1

Matrix organisation means organisations of Two managers(one accountable and responsible for function and other for project )

In this there are three forms- weak, strong and balanced

In weak matrix - power is enjoyed by functional boss

In strong matrix - power is enjoyed by project manager

In balanced matrix - power is shared among both directors.

Advantages of weak matrix

1. Employees need to report to one boss .

2. Single chain of responsibility - project manager responsible to functional manager and he is responsible to upper level .

DiSadvantages

1. Responsibility is not compatible with the authority given to him by functional manager. He is not involved in hiring employees that are suitable to his project.

2. Project manager has to be accountable for every loss or gain to functional manager . If there will be any loss , project manager will find difficult to be accountable.