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Describe what a matrix organization is. Make sure you discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this structure.

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A matrix organization is an organizational structure where employs gets a command from two or more chain of lines and report multiple boss or manager and able to perform various roles in various functions.

Advantages:

- effective use of resources according to the roles in the function

- motivational atmosphere by performing multiple roles

- improved skills like, decision making and taking the initiative

Disadvantages

- increase in internal complexity and confusion

- increase in internal conflict due to multiple reporting lines.

- competition or ego clashes

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