Every organisation has a structure which defines how the company work is carried out. This can be either a formal or informal structure. When it is a formally defined structure, it is shown on the organisational flow chart where it is clearly visible that who reports to whom and what are his duties and responsibilities and at what are their levels of functions. Top-level management is usually at the top and the lower level reports to them.
A matrix organisational chart is a specialized organisational chart that defines more complex structures. A matrix organisational chart describes the areas of communication on a matrix-shaped chart. It couples hierarchy with multiple levels of communication responsibilities. This structure is more complex than traditional structures, but allows for better understanding of organisations where various levels may answer to more than one department head. In organisations where there are multiple departments that share authoritative responsibilities, a matrix organisational chart is the most effective way to demonstrate communication. An example of a matrix organisation is a Sales force that answers to the legal department, corporate management and a advertising executives.
OrgChart® lets you create matrix organisational charts:
- Create charts in minutes
- Chart complex relationships
- Arrange large charts for legibility
- Publish your charts
- Attach/store documents
- Protect confidential info
- Find anyone quickly
- Produce directories
- Perform scenario analyses
- Navigate easily
- Print and display options
