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Questions
State the features of 'Formal Organisation'.
State any five features of formal organization.
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Solution 1
Features of formal organisation:
- There is the specification of authority in formal organisation. That is, a relationship between various job positions is clearly defined.
- It provides the ways to achieve the organisational objective by clearly defining the procedures and rules to be followed.
- Formal organisation interlinks and coordinates the efforts of various departments in the organisation.
- It is deliberately created by the management so that organisation can work smoothly.
- The formal organisation emphasises more on work to be done instead of interpersonal relationships
Solution 2
- A formal organisation has a well-defined structure, with each employee assigned a specific position and authority.
- It operates according to pre-established norms, policies, and processes to ensure consistency.
- It establishes a scalar chain of communication in the organisation.
- There is a clear separation of authority and responsibility to ensure accountability.
- It results in the creation of superior-subordinate relations.
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