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LINE & STAFF LINE & STAFF ORGANISATIONORGANISATION

BY-

ADITI

ASHISH

MITAKSHARA

PRAMOD

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WHAT IS LINE WHAT IS LINE

ORGANISATIONORGANISATIONLine structure consist of direct vertical relationship which connects the position and task of each level with those above and below it.

It represent the structure in direct virtual relationship through which authority travels.

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FEATURESFEATURES

Authority travels from top to bottom.

Consist of direct vertical relation ship.

Superior exercises direct command over his subordinates.

Clarity of orders.

Consist of only direct responsible person for accomplishment of objectives of organization

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ADVANTAGESADVANTAGES

Clear cut relationship.

Unity of command.

Simplicity.

Prompt decision making.

Effective coordination.

Fixed responsibility.

Discipline.

Greater productivity

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DISADVANTAGESDISADVANTAGES

Difficulty in staffing.

Concentration of authority.

Lack of specialization.

Instability.

Poor motivation.

Ineffective communication.

Not useful for larger enterprises.

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STAFF

Person of the organization who provide advice

and service to line.

Provide expert advice on important matters.

Enables line people to work more efficiently.

Cannot directly issue orders to subordinates

in line departments.

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ADVANTAGESADVANTAGES

Specialization.

Growth and Expansion.

Lesser burden on line executives.

Better decisions.

Training of Line executives.

Advancement of Research.

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DISADVANTAGESDISADVANTAGES

Different orientation.

Conflict Between line and staff.

Lack of responsibility.

Lack of co-ordination.

Excessive reliance on staff.

Costly Structure.

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BIBLIOGRAPHYBIBLIOGRAPHY

Principals and practices of management -T.N.CHABRA.