Structural Dimension of Organization

Author : Ami Fitri Utami, SE.,MSM

Reference : Organization Theory & Design, Daft 12th ed.

Various point of view can be entrenched in understanding the concept of organization. By this, Daft in his 12th edition book titled Organization Theory and Design postulated the structural dimensions in deciphering the concept of organization.

Namely there are five dimensions which includes, formalization, specialization, hierarchy of authority, complexity and centralization to perceive the importance of organization design. Formalization aims to the amount of written documentation within organization. These visible documentation aimed to illustrate the behavior and activities of the organization. Next, specialization includes how organization separates the jobs between one and another. By this, the extensiveness of the separation will show the narrowness of duties performed by employees. Moreover, hierarchy of authority aimed to reflect the reporting process. By this, the vertical lines of organization can be perceived. Lastly, complexity and centralization refers to the numbers of department and span of authority spread to the employees.